• Evaluating, developing, and improving department controls, systems, and procedures that increase accuracy and efficiency; including that all accounting processes align with GAAP and current financial legislation
  • Continually monitor processes, checklists and controls to ensure we are eliminating steps that are no longer needed while being GAAP and internal control compliant
  • Suggest ideas for improvements to processes and reporting to the Controller for discussions on how to better enhance the Accounting department
  • Advise the Controller on processes and controls that may not be in compliance with internal controls or GAAP
• Oversee the daily activities of the accounting department and ensuring that all major projects, month-end, and year-end reports are completed accurately and on time
  • Review reports prepared by staff to ensure they are accurate and timely; discussing results and outcomes with staff and Controller
  • Daily activities are done with precision, following outlined procedures
  • Manage partner reconciliations ensuring timely completion, reporting and resolution of reporting differences
• Prepare, review and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness
  • Evaluating trends within the financial statements and outliers within the month; identifying items that need to be corrected prior to month-end starts
  • Review journal entries and month-end checklist per the journal entry policy
  • Analyze the balance sheet for completeness prior to closing the month; discussing any changes or questionable balances with the Controller
  • Review income statement for proper coding to accounts, classes and ensuring completeness of revenue and expenses prior to closing the month
  • Prepare the Balance Sheet and Income Statement comparison files
• Oversee sales tax processing and payments
• Help with quarterly and year-end income tax requests and payments
• Access current practices and procedures and make recommendations for improvements including being informed about the latest developments in the finance industry
• Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or MBA preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all level of an organization
• Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results
• Knowledge of employee relationship building and performance management techniques
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with other financial systems
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards (GAAP), and regulatory requirements
• Experience with SaaS or technology industry preferred