Job description
Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join our growing, private equity-backed B2B and B2C consumer business. This role is critical to ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, and maintaining financial compliance in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The Accountant will report directly to the Controller and work closely with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and financial accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:
- General Ledger Management: Maintain and reconcile the general ledger to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policies.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Accounts Payable & Receivable: Oversee AP/AR functions, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the development of annual budgets and forecasts, providing variance analysis to support strategic planning.
- Audit Support: Collaborate with external auditors during financial audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses to inquiries.
- Tax Compliance: Support the preparation and submission of tax filings, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Cash Management: Monitor cash flow and banking activities to ensure optimal working capital management.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability as the business grows.
- PE Reporting: Assist in the preparation of reports and financial analyses required by private equity stakeholders.
- Ad Hoc Projects: Contribute to various projects, such as M&A integration, ERP system enhancements, and other strategic initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation is preferred.
- Experience: 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally within a private equity-backed or high-growth company. Experience in both B2B and B2C environments is a plus.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills. Familiarity with ERP systems is a bonus.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of GAAP and financial compliance requirements.
- Soft Skills: Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
