Senior Finance Manager

About the role

As a Senior Finance Manager, you will hold a strategic position overseeing the accounting function across Enavate. This role involves managing the full-cycle accounting process in the US-based company and ensuring the accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP standards. 

You will oversee the month-end close process, lead audit oversight, and manage cash flow and tax planning. Collaborating closely with the CFO and Senior Leader of Finance and Accounting, you will drive the management of multiple legal entities, ensure compliance with international financial regulations, and lead our company toward financial success and sustainable growth. 

Report to: Senior Leader of Finance and Accounting
Location: Kyiv, Ukraine (Remote)

Your day will consist of:

• Month-end Close: Oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, general ledger reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, adhering to US GAAP standards (knowledge of IFRS is a plus).
• Audit Overseeing: Lead the monitoring and oversight of internal control processes and coordinate financial audits with external auditors.
• Cash Management: Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity requirements to ensure financial stability and growth.
• Tax Planning: Manage corporate income tax and sales tax compliance to ensure the accurate and timely completion of all tax returns.
• M&A and Funding: Assist with accounting due diligence processes for M&A activities and funding rounds, as applicable.
• Mentorship: Provide mentorship, and guidance to a dynamic accounting team and oversee the full-cycle accounting process.
• Technology Integration: Ensure that technology systems utilized for financial reporting are appropriate and leverage new technology to streamline internal processes.
• Process Improvement: Assess current accounting operations, offer recommendations for enhancement, and implement new processes to optimize efficiency.

Here's what it takes to be successful in the role:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or a similar field.
• A Master’s degree, CPA license, CMA, or ACCA certification is preferred.

Professional Expertise:

• Extensive experience working in a global accounting environment, overseeing multiple entities across different regions, with a strong understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP, with familiarity with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), is considered a bonus.
• Strong grasp of revenue recognition principles, especially in the tech sector.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Skills in cash management, tax planning, and audit supervision.
• Hands-on experience with integrated ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics 365: Business Central.
• Knowledge of international financial regulations, sales tax laws, and compliance practices.

Other Skills:

• Good command of English, at an upper-intermediate level at least.
• Proactive approach, with a knack for leading initiatives that improve controls and streamline accounting systems.
• Great attention to detail, with strong organizational and communication skills.