Description:
Direct and oversee all aspects of the organization's finance and accounting functions, including administering and maintaining general ledgers, financial statement reporting, payroll, budget process, and internal controls.
Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior managers by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate financial information.
Direct and oversee all aspects of the organization's finance and accounting functions, including administering and maintaining general ledgers, financial statement reporting, payroll, budget process, and internal controls.
Establish financial and operating benchmarks, budgets, and reporting standards monthly and annually.
Prepare and coordinate with the finance team to ensure the accurate and timely preparation of monthly board reports, the annual budget, and other ad hoc reports as needed.
Manage and coordinate the activities of external accountants in the preparation of annual financial reports in accordance with GAAP and annual tax returns.
Continual improvement and development of the budgeting process, guiding leadership and departmental managers on financial issues impacting departmental budgets and related corrective actions
Provide leadership and professionally interact with management, staff, customers, and vendors to effectively accomplish goals and ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies and procedures.
Facilitate external financial institution and insurance broker relationships, overseeing annual renewals, risk management, and mitigation.
Manage and evaluate capital and funding plans, providing guidance based on current and future goals.
Provide guidance and improvements to the payroll process, with innovative improvements for both efficiency and effectiveness
Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, adhering to regulatory reporting standards while remaining knowledgeable of proposed legislation.
Oversee and support the accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Skills & Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills, including prioritizing demands while working with minimal direction.
Ability to communicate effectively and to all levels of the organization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
In-depth knowledge of GAAP principles and financial reporting standards and practices.
Strong understanding of banking processes and financial data analysis.
Working knowledge of national and local tax regulations and compliance reporting.
Experience in managing payroll, with a focus on streamlining accounting processes.
Exemplary history of financial project management.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 7-10 years of professional accounting experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CPA or MBA preferred
3-5 years experience managing accounting/finance teams.
Advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft 365 Suite.
Preferred Education & Experience:
Netsuite ERP knowledge and experience
Paylocity HRIS knowledge and experience
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 30 pounds at times.
Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
August Schell Brewing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer
