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Finance Accounting Specialist

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Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

Job Description

Job Description

About Us :

At FIVE x 5 (Fx5), we are committed partners in the success of our clients' spirits operations. We offer a complete distillery management software solution, helping distilleries streamline their operations from grain to bottle. Our software serves as a vital employee for our clients, saving them time, money, and peace of mind by ensuring compliance, managing inventory, and tracking every part of the operation.

Fx5 is a wholly owned, independently managed subsidiary of Volaris Group, a division of the publicly traded Constellation Software Inc. With a 30-year track record of success, we offer our clients stability alongside our bespoke, tailor-made solutions.

About the Opportunity :

We are looking for a Finance & Accounting Specialist to join our team at FIVE x 5 (Fx5). In this role, you will work closely with the Finance Manager and Billing Specialist to ensure the smooth running of our finance department. You will play an integral part in the month-end close process and subsequent financial reporting, providing key financial support to the business while ensuring compliance with corporate and legal requirements.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong foundation in accounting and finance to grow and make a significant impact within our organization.

Key Responsibilities :

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting (70%)

Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations (Accounts Payable, Deposits, Fixed Assets, Intangible Assets, Prepayments, Accruals, WIP, Deferred Revenue, Bank Reconciliations).

Own the revenue reconciliation process to ensure revenue is recognized in the correct period.

Manage payroll processes, including posting payroll journals (bi-monthly payroll, expenses, benefits, commissions, vacation accrual, and intercompany payroll recharges).

Process, post, and reconcile intercompany transactions.

Perform variance analysis on monthly and quarterly results.

Compile and present financial reports for management and leadership.

Prepare monthly and quarterly deliverables for group reporting.

Assist in creating and maintaining SOPs, best practices (COSO), and Risk Control Matrix documentation.

Ensure sales tax compliance across relevant states and customers.

Assist with accounts receivable and treasury activities as needed.

Additional Finance Responsibilities (15%)

Assist in preparation for the annual audit.

Support the Finance Manager with quarterly and annual reporting.

Provide ad hoc analysis and contribute to various project work as required.

Engage with Internal & External Stakeholders (15%)

Maintain open communication and collaboration with colleagues and customers.

Build competence in all aspects of Fx5's finance operations.

Foster teamwork and knowledge sharing within the team.

Complete assigned projects within scope and timelines.

Embrace personal development opportunities and take on new challenges.

Other reasonable duties as required by management

Skills & Qualifications :

Associate degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (or 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree).

3 years of relevant finance / accounting experience

Experience with IFRS and Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains is a plus.

Familiarity with working in a multi-company / business unit environment and the technology sector is a plus.

Passion for the regulated beverage or craft spirits industry is a plus.

Strong financial analysis, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with strong computer and technology skills

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer :

Full-time, remote role, with travel once or twice a year for team meetings or company

events.

Competitive base salary : $20.00 / hr - $26.50 / hr

Medical, vision, and dental options

Disability, life insurance, EAP

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401k with employer match (50% match up to 8%, $3,500.00 cap)

Flexible work schedule

100% Remote position

11 company holidays (10 holidays plus your birthday or other memorable day)

4 paid quarterly mental health days

10 days' Vacation (prorated for first year, monthly accrual)

7 Floater Days (immediately available at start of calendar year and prorated for first year based on quarter of start date)

Annual stipend for home office expense and mental health expense ($400 USA)

Corporate or VBU Discretionary Bonus

Corporate & VBU Paid Parental Leave – combined total 4 weeks after one year of employment

The position will remain open until 03 / 06 / 2025.

How to Apply :

Applicants may apply in one of the following ways :

Directly on this job board by following the application instructions provided.

Through our company's hiring portal at https : / / hirewithease.com / hire -with-ease-jobs-board /

FIVE x 5 is an Equal Opportunities Employer

FIVE x 5 complies with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and other state and local pay transparency regulations. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance, and any applicable state and local regulations that are not known at the time a candidate submits interest in an opening because of the nature of being a remote-first, fully distributed workforce. The range listed is just one component of FIVE x 5 total compensation package for regular full-time employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, life insurance options, vacation, sick / floater days, CSI or Fx5 Discretionary Bonus, 11 holidays, & 401k.

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