What are the responsibilities and job description for the Future Opening: Director of Accounting position at Franfund Inc?
FranFund, Inc. is a growing financial services company, and we’re searching for a Director of Accounting to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for all accounting and financial reporting responsibilities, as well as other activities and projects that contribute to the stability and growth of the Company. This position reports to the CEO.
About You
You are detail-oriented, organized, and like to get things right. You understand the importance of accuracy in your work, and you think ahead before acting. You like to question why something is done a certain way, and then look for opportunities for improvement. When faced with a challenge, you are eager to test your problem-solving skills and rarely give up until you find a solution. You’re searching for a career where you can contribute to the advancement of a team and company. You enjoy accounting work, but also want to understand the intricacies of running a business.
About Us
FranFund is headquartered in Fort Worth, TX, and is a leading franchise and small business funding provider. We help businesses get their doors open and then get bigger. It’s a big job, and we need people with big goals, big ideas, and big hearts to do it. Our team is small but mighty. We work hard to get the job done but take time to incorporate fun to help us stay connected and energized.
At FranFund, you will learn about a dynamic industry, while having the opportunity to make contributions from day one. Our teamwork-focused culture encourages collaboration, creative problem-solving, and delivery of top-notch services.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Manage month-end close and year-end close processes
- Manage the budgeting and forecasting process
- Manage cash flow and provide cash flow projections
- Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable functions
- Manage payroll, benefits, and retirement plan processes
- Manage federal and state payroll tax reporting process and work with agencies to ensure necessary filings are completed timely
- Manage employee expense process and reporting
- Analyze financial statements and prepare ad-hoc reports
- Identify and implement best practices and process improvements
- Make recommendations to management regarding tax implications and tax strategy
- Work with clients, vendors, or other external parties to resolve issues as needed
- Work with internal teams to improve processes, collect necessary data, and provide support as needed
Knowledge & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field of study
- At least 5 years’ experience working in an accounting role.
- Ability to exercise discretion and judgment, particularly when handling confidential information
- Tax planning experience, particularly in a small business environment
- Positive attitude and team-oriented
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize workload based on changing needs
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Experience with QuickBooks
- Experience with ADP and/or SalesForce preferred
- CPA license preferred
Location
All work will be performed in our downtown Fort Worth office – this is not a remote position.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive compensation, PTO, and nine (9) paid holidays
- Robust medical benefit options with generous employer contribution
- Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life/AD&D Insurance plans
- Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- 401(k) Plan with employer contribution and eligibility for profit-sharing
- Defined Benefit Retirement Plan
- Paid covered parking for all in-office roles
- Snacks, periodic group lunches, happy hours, company swag
We are proud of our Mission & Values and live by them daily:
Mission: Providing opportunity to business owners and their employees in a reputable and responsible manner.
Values: A Tradition of Winning Results
- Model excellence- We are courageous, high performing problem solvers powered by industry expertise, grit, and accountability. We are continuously evolving, improving, and exceeding expectations.
- Embrace relationships - We are a people-driven company with deep internal and external relationships. We demonstrate fierce commitment through teamwork, trust, authenticity, and unparalleled communication.
- Expedite quality - We operate with urgency, never sacrificing quality or integrity. We’re trusted to do it right every time and we do.
- Choose positivity- Attitudes are a choice. We strive to be kind, caring and optimistic. We turn obstacles into opportunities.
- Celebrate success- Work hard. Have fun. Win. Make history. Recognize those who make each victory possible.
FranFund is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and provides consideration for an employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, genetic predisposition, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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