POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the operation of the accounting department including a cost accountant/pricing analyst accounts receivable/accounts payable clerk and payroll administrator. Ensure that the departments goals and objectives are met.
Direct monthly accounting consolidation process and maintenance of General Ledger including responsibility for adherence to GAAP approval of accounting entries and reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
Develop forecasts and annual plans to provide investors lenders and management with adequate information to assess the financial and operational status of the business.
Oversee production of monthly quarterly and annual accounting and financial reports and analysis against monthly forecasts and annual plans. Identify and surface financial concerns by monitoring variances identifying trends and recommending actions to management.
Lead cost and profitability analysis by providing trends and forecasts explaining processes and techniques and providing actionable recommendations.
Prepare reports required by regulatory agencies tax authorities and lending groups.
Coordinate the information provided to external auditors and serve as the key interface for the annual audit.
Serve as the primary financial liaison and point person supporting the valuation due diligence and sale processes collaborating directly with senior leadership investment bankers and external advisors.
POSITION CRITERIA
Inspirational and transformational leadership skills and strong team orientation.
Brings excellent communication skills to the role that will assist in building confidence in the finance organization.
Proven track record of developing and managing highly successful teams.
Thrives in a fast-paced goal-oriented work environment while setting priorities and managing deadlines.
Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills an attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture.
Highly experienced in accounting systems requirements with multiple ERP platforms especially SAP.
Thorough understanding of accounting principles practices and procedures.
Ability to analyze identify and implement opportunities and corporate initiatives for improvement.
Ability to recruit train and retain key talent in the finance department.
Must be hands-on and be willing to get their hands dirty