JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the management and oversight of the accounting department including the month-end closing process, financial reporting, and cash management. Maintain the general ledger, prepare financial statements, KPI’s, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making. Responsible for the development, maintenance, and testing of the company-wide internal controls following the established corporate guidelines and SOX/J-SOX requirements. We are seeking a collaborative individual who will oversee daily operations and identify opportunities to optimize processes and procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*:
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Oversight and management of general ledger accounting activities and expense accounts, including journal entries, accruals, and other accounting transactions.
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Active role in account analysis and reconciliations of balance sheet and P&L accounts.
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Lead, coach, and develop staff and senior accounting professionals.
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Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings accurately. Strive to achieve a monthly consolidation closing process of seven business days.
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Assist in establishing and maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with US GAAP.
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Monitor internal controls for all accounting cycles to assure that the company’s overall corporate governance complies with SOX/J-SOX requirements.
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Ensure complete and accurate income tax compliance while getting support from a third-party provider. Collaborate with the manager to implement efficient tax strategies.
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Review consolidated financial fluxes and monthly financial reporting package.
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Prepare and review financial and tax related schedules to support audits; work with auditors to provide data and information for quarterly reviews and year-end audit.
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Preparation of balance sheet budget and financial cash flow forecast.
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Establish objectives and provide on-going feedback.
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Build and maintain business relationships with internal and external partners to proactively identify, research, and resolve issues.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business operations.
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Participate in the performance reviews and development plans for the staff.
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Participates in special projects, analysis and ad-hoc tasks as assigned.
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Participate in cross functional team assignments, as needed.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
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Outstanding interpersonal, leadership, and communications skills are essential.
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Proficiency in accounting software (Microsoft Dynamics D365 experience a plus).
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Advance in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel required.
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Experience in managing and leading teams, business acumen, and analytical capabilities.
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Capable of performing effectively in a high-pressure setting with strict deadlines.
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Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
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A proactive and organized self-starter, skilled at multitasking and detail oriented.
EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration required.
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CPA preferred.
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Minimum of 5 years in general accounting or finance leadership roles, with prior supervisory experience required.
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Minimum four years’ public accounting experience in a multi-national accounting firm desired.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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Must be able to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods of time.