Director of Finance

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Position: Director of Finance

The Director of Finance role that requires consulting, coaching, process improvement and c-suite experience to thrive in a one-of-a-kind environment. To be successful, you will need strong accounting knowledge and the ability to communicate across all departments and levels in the company. You will track record in setting priorities, developing automated, efficient, and scalable processes, guiding investments in people and systems, and developing an infrastructure that creates a stronger and more efficient Finance department

Responsibilities:

Highly organized with an ability to wear multiple hats in a fast-moving environment A driving force who manages toward clarity, solutions stated outcomes per the CFO and COO Someone with strong project management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines Ability to lead and motivate groups and individuals with a strong ability to think creatively and strategically to mediate and negotiate with individuals and groups Able to overcome obstacles to foster harmonious relations and cooperation A consummate team player with a creative and strategic approach Manage, coach and grow team of 10 Lead the areas of accounting, general ledger and financial statement reporting, accounts payable, billing and tax compliance Support and / or review monthly and year-end closings, journal entries, AP and other general ledger review and reconciliation Collaborate with FP&A function to prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements Partner with other departments to increase efficiencies and accuracy of financial/operational data through coaching and the use of technology Lead annual audits and tax preparation workstreams Implement a robust contracts management and financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to, and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual Additional controllership duties as directed or deemed necessary

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, MBA or other Master’s degree preferred CPA or CMA designation preferred, or in process of obtaining either 7-10 years’ professional experience in a Controller or Director of Finance level, with some experience with retail sales, events and/or e-commerce 5-7 years advanced Excel proficiency required, (Pivot Tables, lookups, driver based modeling) Experience in Netsuite or similar accounting/ERP packages (Sage, SAP, Quickbooks) Thorough knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and procedures Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process Excellent time management and cross functional organizational ability

Skills:

Team player Ability to seek out relevant information from others (i.e. co-workers, other employees in the office, banks, etc.). Technically competent with understanding how to leverage data and analytics to derive creative, thoughtful solutions within accounting and the broader enterprise. Ability to develop relationships and establish trust and command quickly Ability to coach and grow a team Project Management skills Meeting facilitation skills

FLASHGAS is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.