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