Director of Sales

Reporting to: Vice President Finance and Operations Direct Reports: The Finance Department consisting of Senior Accountant, Accounting Analyst and Systems Coordinator Overall Role / Main Function of the Job: To manage the US Finance function, ensuring smooth day to day operations, preparation of monthly and annual financial information, including actuals, forecasts and budgets; to manage and control working capital levels. Main Duties & Tasks: Oversee all accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory management, and purchasing Lead the monthly financial close process Responsible for preparation of monthly financial reports Oversee daily transactional posting to general ledger Maintain 12-month rolling cashflow forecast Prepare and distribute a 12-month rolling inventory forecast on a weekly basis Responsible for accurately calculating and recording landed costs on all inbound inventory Oversee sales tax collection, reporting, and reconciliation process Prepare, track, and report on established key performance indicators (KPI's) to the leadership team Additional Responsibilities: Assist with annual budget and quarterly reforecast process Assist in the preparation of year-end reporting Lead the preparation and review of all supporting documentation for the annual audit Maintain schedule of all capital assets Assist with preparation of all external financial, tax and compliance reporting Review and approve all bank reconciliations monthly Oversee monthly reconciliation of all general ledger accounts Act as backup to Finance Systems Coordinator Act as liaison with outsourced IT provider as necessary Work directly with Group Finance for reporting and the reconciliation of cross-charges Other duties as assigned Experience and Competencies: Accounting and Finance Experience 5 -10 years' experience in a mid to senior level accounting position. CPA preferred. Thorough knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections. Working knowledge of short and long-term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and product-line profitability analysis. Experience with sales tax preferred Exposure to foreign currency working in a multi-currency environment desirable. Experience with SAP (Business One) would be advantageous, but not essential. Literacy in computer-based applications such as Microsoft Office. Must be able to demonstrate intermediate to advanced Excel skills. Industry Experience: Experience of working in a manufacturing, warehouse and/or consumer hard goods environment beneficial. Education & Skills: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. Personal Traits High level of initiative. Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality. Must be able to organize and prioritize with strong project management skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a pre-requisite. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Quick, decisive and communicative. Team player 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: Bonus pay #J-18808-Ljbffr