Job Description
Job Description
Description : Job Description :
The Director of Accounting is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting regulations by applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and contribute to the overall financial health of the organization. This position will perform complex financial analysis, financial statement preparation and reporting, budgeting and projections, payroll, billing and other duties involved with all key business processes for the organization.
Essential Duties and Key Projects
- Oversee and assist with complex financial analysis and financial models
- Oversee and assist with implementation of accounting software and other key business processes as necessary
- Oversee payroll processing and billing to customers
- Oversee and assist with special projects
- Assist with preparation of board materials and other presentations
- Assist with organizational compensation analysis and adjustments
- Oversee and assist with budget and forecast projections
- Oversee and assist with management of accounting, auditing, budgeting and tax compliance within the organization
- Monitor the general ledger to ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter end and year-end close
- Implement and maintain processes and procedures to promote strong internal controls
- Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge and Skills :
Project and team leadership skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsLeadership with supervising a team as well as key projectsExperience with accounting software and key business processesExperience with Microsoft suite of products (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)Highly skilled in math, accounting, and financial processesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsDetail oriented and highly organizedSkilled in time management and the ability to prioritize tasksSolid understanding of GAAP, tax and applicable regulationsExperience with implementing and maintaining strong internal controlsRequirements :
Education and Experience, and Licensing Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related fieldAdvanced Excel skillsFive years or more of relevant experience in accountingCPA Certification (preferred)