actual) and clearly communicate key drivers to business leaders and Corporate FinanceDevelop and maintain financial models to support business planning, pricing decisions, and investment/ROI analysisAnalyze trends in revenue, margin, and operating expenses to identify risks and opportunitiesPartner with operational leaders to build department-level budgets and track performance against KPIsSupport long-range strategic planning and scenario/sensitivity analysisPrepare board-level and executive reporting packages, including KPI dashboards and financial summariesIdentify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements through data-driven analysisOversee end-to-end accounting operations, including AR, AP, general ledger, and month-end/year-end close processesEnsure timely and accurate invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and cash applicationReview and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparationMonitor cash flow, working capital, and aging reports (AR/AP) to support business decision-making. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field5-8+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, with strong exposure to FP&A (budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial modeling)Solid grounding in full-cycle accounting (AR/AP, GL, close processes)2+ years of experience directly managing or supervising a teamStrong knowledge of GAAP, tax compliance, and audit processesProven experience managing or supporting external auditsAdvanced Excel/financial modeling skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively between local business teams and corporate stakeholdersCPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certificationExperience in a multi-entity or corporate-subsidiary reporting structureFamiliarity with tax software and audit management toolsExperience with process improvement or systems implementation projects.