Director of Accounting and Finance

Job description

TaskEasy by WorkWave is a technology company revolutionizing the property services industry. We deliver innovative, tech-first solutions for homeowners, property managers, and commercial facilities nationwide. Our platform simplifies property maintenance, offering a comprehensive suite of services including landscaping, cleaning, pool maintenance, and snow removal. As a rapidly expanding brand, TaskEasy by WorkWave is quickly becoming the preferred partner for landlords, property management companies, real estate agents, iBuyers, and commercial organizations seeking a technology-driven approach to their maintenance needs.

TaskEasy by WorkWave is seeking an experienced, analytical, and strategically-minded Director of Accounting and Finance to lead all financial operations. This pivotal role will be the head of finance for TaskEasy, directly supporting the SVP & General Manager and driving our financial performance, stability, and growth. The ideal candidate will possess robust numerical proficiency, strong leadership skills, and the ability to operate with a high degree of independence. You’ll be responsible for harmonizing financial operations, developing effective financial strategies, and ensuring compliance while promoting revenue growth and maintaining a healthy financial position for TaskEasy. While operating autonomously for TaskEasy, you will also manage essential financial reporting back to the WorkWave consolidated group.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Act as the primary financial leader for the operationally independent TaskEasy business unit, driving the organization’s short and long-term financial strategies and evaluating past performance.
• Operational Oversight: Supervise and manage all accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll authorization.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes. Coordinate the preparation of accurate financial statements and filings in full compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and other relevant regulatory mandates.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Establish and maintain operating budgets, regularly reporting on actual or forecasted revenues, profits, or losses. Conduct in-depth financial analysis and forecasting to inform strategic decision-making.
• Cash Flow & Investments: Manage TaskEasy’s cash flow, monitor expenditure, oversee annual insurance, and provide oversight for any investment activity.
• Internal Controls & Audit: Oversee internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity. Collaborate with the General Manager and WorkWave’s consolidated finance team on all audit operations.
• Tax & Regulatory Adherence: Manage Federal and State tax compliance and ensure strict adherence to all financial laws, guidelines, and accounting regulations relevant to TaskEasy.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance team. Be responsible for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and terminations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Retain constant awareness of TaskEasy’s financial position, proactively addressing potential issues. Manage relations with key internal and external stakeholders regarding financial matters, providing regular reporting on financial health and other requested data.
• Revenue & Funding Initiatives: Participate in activities to drive additional revenue and explore funding opportunities as needed for TaskEasy.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Proven experience as a Director of Accounting, Director of Finance, Controller, or similar senior financial leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices (GAAP, FASB).
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in financial management software and MS Office Suite (especially Sheets/Excel).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field, or 6-8 years of directly related work experience. A Master’s degree (MBA/MAcc) or CPA certification is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical mind with excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional numerical proficiency.
• Outstanding communication (oral and written) and interpersonal abilities, with a demonstrated capacity to collaborate across departments and influence decision-making.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to develop and mentor teams and foster a collaborative environment.
• Ability to operate independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a startup environment or with BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) International Vendor Management is a plus.
• In depth knowledge of Google products, Excel, Salesforce and Tableau.

$150,000 - $180,000 a year

In our dedication to salary transparency, we provide a compensation range for roles, which is a base salary plus a bonus. The final offer will be dependent on various factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, and the organization’s budget.

LOVE WHAT YOU DO, NO MATTER WHERE YOU DO IT:

• Join our Remote-First Global Work Community: TaskEasy provides an innovative and dynamic remote-first working environment that encourages growth, creativity, and collaboration. No matter what stage of your career, TaskEasy is your place to be part of a global portfolio company with a startup feel, where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority.

A GLOBAL COMPANY WITH A LOCAL PRESENCE:

• We know that there are benefits of being in the office and working from home. TaskEasy promotes a healthy work/life balance and provides employees with the flexibility of collaborating in the office or the option to work virtually if desired. Our teams are well versed at working collaboratively in a fully virtual environment.

• TaskEasy’s parent company HQ is based at the state-of-the-art home office in the historic Bell Works complex located in Holmdel Township, New Jersey. The offices are available for all to use when working remotely isn’t feasible, or to help with cross-training, team building, and/or brainstorming.

• Under the WorkWave umbrella, we have employees in over 30 states, 7 countries, and many regional offices - each with their own set of perks and opportunities to give back to the local community.

• Whether you work remotely or take advantage of one of our offices, you’ll find a community that values diversity and cares deeply about our products, clients, our communities, and each other.

RELAX, WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED:

• Employees can expect a robust benefits package, including health and dental and 401k with company match.

AND BEYOND…

• Find your perfect work/life balance with our Flexible Time Off policy or generous PTO plan (role dependent) and paid holidays.

• Up to 4 weeks paid bonding leave.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Robust Employee Assistance Program through TotalCare offering free counseling 24/7/365, plus financial counseling, legal guidance, adoption assistance services and much more!

• ²⁴⁄₇ access to virtual medical care with Teladoc.

• Regional discounts and perks.

• Opportunities to participate in charitable events and give back to the community.

GROW WITH US:

• We understand the impact of attracting and keeping top talent and reward intellectual curiosity and a thirst for personal and professional growth.

• Encouraging our employees that already have an intimate knowledge of and passion for our products to apply for other roles within our walls just makes sense!

• Our employees have access to extensive video libraries for soft skill and role specific training available ²⁴⁄₇ and live trainings are provided throughout the year.

JOIN OUR WINNING TEAM!

• 10 Time winner of Best Place to Work in New Jersey by NJBiz!

• WorkWave and its portfolio of companies has been recognized with multiple awards for its outstanding products, growth, and culture, including the Inc. 5000, SaaS Award, IT World Awards, Globe Awards, Silver Stevie Award for Employer of the Year, and Best Place to Work Inc. Magazine.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND SALARY TRANSPARENCY:

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status: Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At TaskEasy, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you feel like you could make a great impact in this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

TaskEasy supports salary transparency; however, please note that salary estimates provided by websites (LinkedIn, Glassdoor, etc.) and not by TaskEasy may not accurately reflect the actual salary range for the position.