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Accounting DirectorRemote

Accounting DirectorRemote

Brian & AssociatesSpringfield, MA, US
2 days ago
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  • Full-time
Job description

Accounting Director

Brian Associates is looking for an experienced Accounting Director to support the financial performance of several startup clients within the consumer product market. In collaboration with senior leadership and the Brian Associates team, you will work as a business partner with client leadership teams to support their financial planning and business strategy, as well as ensure that core accounting functions are successfully developed and executed on.

Brian & Associates is a boutique accounting consulting firm that partners with early stage startups, with a focus on e-commerce and venture-backed consumer product goods. Our mission is to help our clients navigate their financial challenges and support their broader operations throughout their startup journey. Brian & Associates' model is based on deep, meaningful relationships and long-term partnerships with client teams; we roll up our sleeves to work alongside our clients, and act as trusted advisors, not just service providers.

Your Role

  • Support financial planning and business strategy with insightful analysis of key financial performance trends and operating data, and providing timely, clear communication with client leadership teams
  • Oversee execution on all day-to-day, month-end, and year-end accounting functions, including accounts payable and receivable, bank, payroll, account reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger
  • Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for client leadership review and discussion
  • Maintain capitalization tables and oversee equity plan transactions
  • Implement and model best practices in all areas of the accounting and financial process in accordance with GAAP
  • Oversee and coordinate with external partners on insurance, audits, tax functions, and due-diligence activities with investors
  • Monitor contractual relations for compatibility with financial projections and financial compliance
  • Guide clients through selection and implementation of enterprise solutions that support the long-term growth of the company, and oversee integrations between systems
  • Mentor junior colleagues through successfully addressing financial and client relationship challenges

You Should

  • Have excellent analytical, problem solving, and problem & trend identification skills
  • Be extremely well organized, with attention to accuracy and detail
  • Demonstrate excellent judgment and independence in prioritizing competing deadlines and client needs
  • Effectively communicate and present complex financial concepts for an audience of varying financial understanding
  • Write and develop concise and educational financial reports and presentations to support business decision making
  • Have experience working with a range of industries and businesses on a wide variety of financial and accounting tasks
  • Your Qualifications

  • 7+ years of relevant accounting and finance experience; 3+ years of audit experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting or professional certifications (e.g. CMA or CPA) preferred but not required
  • Significant experience with inventory accounting, preferably within consumer product goods; retail experience is a plus
  • Experience as a consultant or business partner regularly interfacing with senior leadership and external stakeholders
  • Experience managing and mentoring junior accounting team members
  • Experience developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and controls
  • Experience with Quickbooks and enterprise finance systems, including implementation and maintenance of such systems to meet changing business needs
  • Understanding of equity management and VC funding; 409a valuations a plus
  • Benefits and Culture

    Brian & Associates is a small, remote-first firm. Because we are a small team, there is ample opportunity for rapid and significant growth in this role, working closely with the senior management team to take on additional responsibilities within the firm and for our clients. Our business has grown rapidly, and we are actively working to build a collaborative and kind company culture through weekly team activities; every team member has a chance to contribute to the company we become!

    Our Values Are :

  • Be kind and empathetic : develop empathy for others
  • Form deep, meaningful connections whenever possible; we are not transactional
  • Be a trusted advisor to clients, don't just be a service provider
  • Value all work : nothing is beneath us, help whenever we can
  • Work smart and work hard
  • Our Benefits Package Includes :

  • Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance that is fully subsidized for you and your spouse
  • a 401(k) with an 100% match on the first 5%
  • 11 company holidays
  • 15 days of additional paid time off
  • Year-end bonus plan
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