Accounting Finance Manager

The Accounting Finance Manager position is accountable for the Accounting and Finance operations of the company, to include the day-to-day management of the financial and accounting activities related to month-end close, the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records , and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards .The Accounting Finance Manager is also responsible for cash management and risk management and analysis designed to identify opportunities to improve business results. The Accounting Finance Manager is the primary financial business partner to the General Manager. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Lead Finance Department operations, which includes accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting functions. Supervise, coach and support the Finance Team, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high ethical standards. Oversee preparation of monthly and annual financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports Prepare financial forecasts, business activity reports, and operational performance analysis Monitor financial performance, cash flow, reserve levels, financial trends and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Analyze the financial details of past, present, and expected operations to identify development opportunities and areas where improvement is needed. Provide monthly / annual business analysis to General Manager that identifies gaps and opportunities that impact financial performance Coordinate and direct budgeting, financial planning and forecasting processes. Review financial reports and identify efficiencies and cost reduction opportunities Recommend financial performance benchmarks that will be used to measure the company’s objectives Develop, implement and enforce internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities Ensure adherence with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, filing financial reports, and advising management on needed actions. Coordinate internal and external audits of company accounts and financial transactions to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations Manage & Enforce GAAP Compliance Protect operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential. Manage Operational Cash Flow, Bank Reconciliation. Vendor disbursements, and customer collections. Manage cash receipts, deposits and related records. Evaluate and manage risk-mitigation processes and financial controls Creates financial modeling and ROI analysis to support investment decisions in tools, technologies and infrastructure Ensure proper authorization and control over disbursements in accordance with company policies and procedures. Manage data integration of various sales reporting systems. Provide operational reporting that includes top-line performance versus budget and early identification of revenue risks Provide monthly analysis on sales, gross profit inventory and capital investments Advise other departments on accounting and budgeting policies and procedures and efficient control and utilization of financial resources. Support short-term and long-term financial planning, policies, and actions. Maintain knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, and current accounting standards. Skills and Abilities: Strong leadership and supervisory skills Strong ethical standards and alignment with company values 5+ years of financial analysis and planning experience Advanced analytical skills to assist in making decisions and evaluating data and information Excellent written and verbal communication skills to be able to explain and justify complex financial transactions High accuracy and attention to detail Strong accounting and mathematical proficiency Ability to interpret complex financial information Strong change management skills, demonstrates innovation and creativity and an ability to influence/gain alignment across diverging perspectives Strong organizational skills to manage a wide range of information and documents Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced experience with Excel 5+ years of experience with business intelligence tools like SAP, Power Bi, etc. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, economics, or a related field preferred. 7+ years of relevant experience, including work with accounting software. 7+ years of financial reporting including P&L, cash flow, balance sheet statements. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial analysis Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cardinal Equipment Services