Chief Financial Operations Officer

Job Overview

The Accounting Manager will oversee the day-to-day corporate accounting activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards.

This role manages the accounting team, leads financial reporting efforts, and supports audit and compliance functions.

You will play a critical part in budgeting and forecasting, as well as process improvement projects to enhance financial efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Day-to-Day Corporate Accounting Activities
• Oversee and ensure timely, accurate processing of transactions and accounting data
• Manage accounting staff to complete daily tasks and monthly closing activities within corporate timelines
• Analyze all general ledger accounts to ensure month-to-month changes are reasonable and accurate
• Assist in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP accounting standards
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial data is accurate and complete

Audit and Compliance:

• Liaise with external auditors during financial audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations
• Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Manage state tax registrations and ensure timely processing of state and federal tax payments

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by analyzing financial data and trends
• Provide insights and recommendations based on audit findings to improve financial performance and efficiency

Process Improvement:

• Become a super user of the accounting and CRM business systems to identify opportunities for improving system and financial processes and reporting
• Lead or participate in projects to enhance financial reporting and control environments

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred
• 3-5 years of audit or relevant experience in accounting
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
• Experience with financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingsness to participate in continuous learning and development