Overview of the Role
Required to manage all aspects of the financial accounting & reporting ERP systems including
corporate accounting, month-end financial reporting, as well as development of internal control
accounting policies and procedures. The role will also manage a variety of basic general ledger
duties regarding the accounting internal control environment. Moreover, the individual must be a
coach and mentor, comfortable multi-tasking and working at a granular level to build and create
process improvements. Role will have three direct reports.
This role will report to and work closely with the CFO to ensure accounting controls are adequate
and maintain strong liquidity of the company.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all accounting functions including the supervision of the month-end close processes,
maintaining the chart of accounts, preparing account reconciliations on a timely basis,
ensuring accounting of project financial reporting, fixed asset tracking and maintaining
orderly accounting file systems and records control & conjunction with the Manager of
FP&A.
Oversee the activities of the accounting team managing Acc/Pay, Acc/Rec, and General
Accounting financial reporting. Must ensure accurate and timely dissemination of financial
management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external monthly financial
statements and annual audits.
Maintain formal workflow documentation and escalation procedures to ensure financial
operational controls are in place while maintaining streamlined processes and proper
segregation of duties.
Works closely with an FP&A function & the formulation of financial accounting strategies for
the organization; monitoring ongoing performance against the objectives by identifying
incipient problems and initiating appropriate financial corrective action to keep the company
on budget strategy.
Manage compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax
filings.
Keep up to date with accounting developments; researching and providing recommendations
related to complex accounting issues.
Ensure the selection, development, motivation, and retention of current direct reports and
maintain qualified financial accounting staff to effectively carry out managing the company's
accounting systems and records.
Manage the year-end external audit process and tax reporting functions; working with external
auditors and maintaining all supporting information requested in response to questions on a
timely basis.
Critical Competencies for Success
Developing a core competency in the development and management of an unambiguous,
seamless operating and financial reporting structure is critical.
Have ability to leverage operating knowledge and finance skills to effectively generate fresh
thinking, innovative approaches and superior performance from the business is critical.
Business Building and Strategic Planning Capability: A proven track record of using financial
analysis to generate growth and reduce costs is vital. The individual must have a history of
challenging business assumptions, removing costs, driving innovation, and raising
performance standards.
Should exhibit excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, can make a tangible
difference in the organization's performance and reputation. This includes the ability to
mentor, collaborate, coach and lead as the situation requires. An acknowledged reputation for
intelligent, strong, and decisive leadership within an organization as a result of high integrity,
intellectual clarity and a passion for excellence are essential.
A resourceful, action-oriented individual who possesses a strong sense of urgency and
who knows how to overcome obstacles to get things done in a timely fashion.
Persuasive and self-confident, with the personality skills to interact effectively with
their colleagues, team members and senior management.
A high-impact, low-ego leader who thrives in a team setting, motivated by the advancement
of the organization, as well as representing a strong role model and mentor to their teammates.
A practical and direct individual whose ability to communicate complex ideas clearly,
simply, and convincingly can help to determine what impact the financial implications of
operational and strategic decisions and events have upon the company.
Possesses high emotional intelligence - solves problems, coaches others, and takes
decisive action to rectify issues.
Professional Qualifications
Minimum eight (8) years of progressive financial & cost accounting experience
preferably through public and private accounting.
Experience in a Controllership role within a high accounting transactional environment
BA/BS in Accounting from an accredited school
CPA or CMA desired
ERP and Advanced Excel experience a plus
Experience with preparing consolidating financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end / year end close process
Significant hands-on experience with current ERP systems optimization & implementation
Manufacturing cost accounting experience