Chartered Accountant

Role & responsibilities

Day to day oversight of accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, T&E reimbursement, payroll, and customer / vendor contract management

• Manage and develop internal and external accounting team
• Manage monthly close processes, including general ledger review, journal entries, and analysis and reconciliation of P&L and balance sheet accounts
• Provide proactive analyses to identify issues and understand fluctuations in balances and provide meaningful analyses to stakeholders
• Review, improve, and implement new processes and systems with a focus on simplification, scale, standardization, optimization, and adequate internal controls
• Manage relationships with external accounting firms, tax advisors, and other 3rd party professional advisors.
• Manage annual external financial statement audit process and prepare necessary workpapers.
• Manage and comply with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings
• Partner with CFO on corporate governance, ad hoc analyses for monthly financial reporting, systems selection and implementation, budgeting and forecasting process
• Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements, reports, and summaries on a regular basis and assist in the preparation of financial reports for management, auditors, and other stakeholders.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborate with management in the development and monitoring of budgets and Provide support in financial forecasting and variance analysis.
• Compliance and Regulations: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and financial policies and Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and implement necessary adjustments.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making and identify areas for improvement and Generate financial reports for management to aid in strategic planning.
• Communication and Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information and support cross-functional initiatives and Communicate effectively with team members, management, and external stakeholders.

Preferred candidate profile

6+ years of relevant accounting and leadership experience (mix of Private/ Public Big 4 experience a plus)

• CA / CPA, strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
• Proficient with Revenue Recognition and Inventory Management, Stock Compensation, Intangible Assets and other complex accounting concepts
• Demonstrated ability to manage, report on, and analyze the monthly close
• Experience implementing financial and operational controls
• Experience working on a small team at a high growth B2B Enterprise SaaS company
• Customer Oriented, Team Player, Decisive, Trustworthy, Agile, Tenacious, and Focused on Impact
• Superior problem-solving skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Proficient with Google and Microsoft tools (PivotTables, Index/Match, etc.)
• Proficient with Sage Intacct (or other similar ERPs)
• Working knowledge of accounting tools and softwares