General Ledger Management

• Oversee the general ledger and ensure proper recording of all financial transactions.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Support development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Provide variance analysis and financial insights for decision-making.
• Partner with department leaders to monitor spending and financial performance.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff.
• Assign tasks and manage workflow to meet deadlines.
• Provide training to ensure adherence to accounting standards and best practices.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and implement automation tools.
• Develop and update accounting policies, procedures, and controls.
• Enhance internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure data integrity.

Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Oversight

• Oversee processing of invoices, payments, billing, and collections.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of AP/AR and resolve discrepancies.  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications/Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field   

Experience / Knowledge

• Experience with financial reporting, general ledger management, and audit support.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, including supervisory or management experience.

Skills

• Financial Reporting: Expertise in preparing and reviewing financial statements. 
• GAAP/IFRS Knowledge: Strong understanding of accounting standards and regulatory requirements.          
• General Ledger Management: Skilled in managing GL activity, reconciliations, and closing processes.   
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Ability to develop budgets, perform variance analysis, and provide financial insights.   
• Internal Controls: Knowledge of control frameworks and ability to design, implement, and monitor controls.     
• Audit Support: Experience working with external auditors and preparing audit documentation.
• Tax Basics: Understanding of sales tax, payroll tax, and corporate tax fundamentals.  
• Software Proficiency: Skilled in accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel.         
• Personal Attributes
• Detail-Oriented: Meticulous with numbers and documentation; able to catch discrepancies quickly.         
• Analytical Thinker: Capable of interpreting complex financial data and drawing meaningful insights.       
• Integrity & Ethics: Demonstrates honesty, discretion, and a strong commitment to confidentiality.        
• Leadership Presence: Inspires confidence, provides direction, and supports team development.          
• Problem-Solver: Approaches challenges methodically and develops practical, effective solutions.     
• Highly Organized: Manages multiple priorities, deadlines, and workflows efficiently.     
• Strong Communicator: Clearly explains financial information to non-financial stakeholders.    
• Adaptable: Comfortable navigating change, new systems, and evolving business needs.       
• Proactive: Anticipates issues and takes initiative to improve processes before problems arise
• Collaborative: Works well across departments and encourages teamwork within the finance team. 
• Calm Under Pressure: Maintains poise and accuracy during tight deadlines (e.g., month-end close).           
• Continuous Learner: Stays current with regulations, tools, and best practices in accounting and finance