Vice President of Accounting (Charlotte)

WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT

• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of all internal and external financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages.
• Ensure all financial statements and records adhere strictly to GAAP/IFRS standards.
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert on technical accounting issues, assessing the impact of new regulatory pronouncements on company operations.
• Manage the annual financial audit process, acting as the key liaison between the company and external auditors
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal financial policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks
• Ensure strict corporate tax compliance, overseeing the preparation and filing of all federal, state, local, and international tax returns.
• Safeguard company assets by regularly monitoring accounting data to identify anomalies, discrepancies, and opportunities to mitigate financial risk.
• Partner with the CFO, CEO, and Board of Directors, providing actionable financial analyses to guide long-range strategic planning and operational budgets.
• Evaluate, upgrade, and optimize accounting and ERP software systems to streamline workflows and reduce manual, transactional work.

THE BACKGROUND THAT FITS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of accounting or finance leadership
• Analytical mindset and detail orientation
• Ability to work in a fast growing PE backed organization.