Director of Accounting

POSITION: Director of Accounting

FLSA: Exempt

Reports to: President and Chief Financial Officer

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are hiring a Director of Accounting to join our executive team. This role will lead our team’s financial reporting efforts, including innovation and process improvement. Selected candidate will be a dynamic leader with strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to create and execute effective and efficient processes that drive consistent results. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and President. The Director of Accounting is a strategic member of the company’s executive leadership team. Responsibilities include managing and reporting on all the organization's financial affairs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting and accounting operations.
• Oversee and maintain account and financial management systems that support the company’s reporting needs and requirements.
• Manages the preparation and analysis of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, for multiple entities within the family office portfolio.
• Oversee the maintenance and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Collaborate with external tax professionals to facilitate the timely preparation and filing of tax returns for trusts, partnerships, and corporations associated with our ownership.
• Perform financial analysis and variance analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement in financial performance.
• Monitor cash flow for family office ownership, ensuring sufficient liquidity for ongoing expenses, investments, and wealth preservation strategies.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts, providing insights and recommendations to optimize financial planning.
• Coordinate and assist with financial audits and reviews, liaising with external auditors to ensure compliance and transparency.
• Collaborate with the CFO and tax professionals to develop and implement tax-efficient strategies that align with ownership's long-term financial goals.
• Maintain regular communication with senior management and ownership to provide financial updates and address any financial or accounting-related inquiries.
• Offer financial and accounting advisory services to ownership, identifying opportunities for wealth preservation and enhancement.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant accounting standards, GAAP regulations, and best practices in financial reporting.