Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP
- Perform financial and variance analysis to assess performance and support business planning and decision making
- Oversee general ledger activity, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month end and year end close processes
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to ensure timely invoicing, payments, and collections
- Ensure compliance with applicable tax requirements, coordinating filings and working with external tax advisors as needed
- Lead and manage external audit processes, ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and audit ready
- Design, implement, and maintain internal controls to protect company assets and ensure reliable financial reporting
- Lead, develop, and mentor accounting staff, including hiring, training, and performance management
- Establish and refine accounting policies and procedures to improve efficiency, consistency, and compliance
- Monitor cash flow and liquidity to support operational needs and strategic initiatives
- Stay current on evolving accounting standards and ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements
- Lead monthly financial reviews with operational stakeholders, interpreting results and explaining key drivers
- Support preparation of monthly reporting packages for senior leadership
- Assist with corporate reporting needs and respond to audit and regulatory requests
- Maintain clear documentation of policies, procedures, and assigned areas of responsibility
- Contribute to departmental and organizational special projects as needed
- Drive initiatives to streamline financial workflows, reduce manual effort, and improve overall efficiency
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; advanced degree or professional certification such as CPA or CA preferred
- Several years of progressive accounting experience, including responsibility for managing or supervising others
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting requirements, and relevant tax regulations
- Advanced analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
- Strong communication skills, capable of explaining financial information to non finance partners
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to guide, motivate, and develop team members
- Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and high ethical standards when handling sensitive information