Vice President of Finance and Accounting

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, A/R, A/P, payroll, and bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
• Own the month-end close process, including preparation of journal entries, financial statements, and variance analysis against budget and prior year
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes; develop annual plans and track performance against targets
• Oversee and directly process the company’s bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution
• Manage cash flow, including daily cash monitoring, A/R and A/P oversight, and short-term forecasting
• Develop and maintain financial models to support business planning, scenario analysis, and strategic decision-making
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and maintain strong internal controls
• Oversee the Financial Planning function, including revenue projections and reforecasting
• Partner with department heads to develop and manage budgets (travel, trade shows, operating expenses, etc.)
• Supervise and support the Office Management function to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Maintain and optimize financial systems (including QuickBooks), ensuring data integrity and efficiency
• Prepare and present financial reports and insights to the executive team

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with a proactive, hands-on approach and ability to operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, demonstrating reliability and accountability
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organizational capabilities
• Proven ability to analyze and solve complex, multi-layered problems
• Professional presence with the ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to lead by example

Qualifications:

• College diploma or equivalent experience required
• CPA designation preferred
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong project management and prioritization skills
• Experience working in a hands-on, independent role within a lean environment
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and ADP preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and best practices
Salary range: $175,000 - $200,000 commensurate with experience