Oversee general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close processes Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls and accounting policies/procedures Supervise and mentor accounting staff (or serve as an individual contributor initially, with growth into a supervisory role) Support activities related to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers for annual audits and tax filings Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations Manage day-to-day cash flow reporting and support treasury administration Recommend process improvements within existing accounting systems and flag opportunities to evaluate new tools Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as directed by the CFO. Qualifications Required: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close and financial statement preparation Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls Hands-on experience with QuickBooks and other accounting/ERP software (e.g., NetSuite, Sage, Xero) Advanced Excel skills Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills.