Job Description:

This position reports to the CFO. GENERAL DESCRIPTION & PURPOSEWill oversee the daily operations in the Accounting department.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESDirect supervision of 3 employees, including performance evaluations. Recruit, train, and retain staff as needed.Responsible for the integrity of all financial statements, including balance sheet and income statement.Provide timely financial statements consistent with monthlyquarterlyyear-end timelines.Work closely with operational leadership to provide financial statement variance analysis.Participates in monthly financial statement review meetings.Assist in the preparation of financial analysis of strategic initiatives.Assist with completion of the annual budget and benchmark reporting data. Maintain improve internal controls including oversight of account reconciliations and cash management.Oversees capital asset projects, ensuring project cost projections are achieved.Identifies and implements department efficiencies.Collaborates with external accounting firm to ensure timely filing of various local state Federal returns.  Various projects as assigned.REQUIRED COMPETENCIESSolid knowledge of accounting principles, laws and regulationsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent analytical skills Attention to detail and accuracyTeam management skillsAbility to prioritize workIntermediateAdvance Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skillsExperience with accounting softwareDESIRED COMPETENCIESProficient in Quick BooksWORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS5+ years proven work experience in the accounting fieldSupervisory experience EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in Accounting ADDITIONAL COMMENTS ON THE ROLEIdeal candidate will be a creative problem solver, with excellent judgment, who works well independently and within a team environment.