CFO (with CPA)

SIGNATURE SYSTEMS INC•Warminster, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide critical support to the accounting department. The CFO will train and supervise the Staff Accountant(s) and perform complex clerical, bookkeeping, and other accounting assignments. The CFO will critically evaluate the accounting department and its needs, present recommendations to management on short- & long-term financial objectives, and be responsible for tax planning throughout the fiscal year. This role works closely with outside accountants to review required tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies, reviews financial accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, and works with the President and other executives to establish priorities. The CFO will oversee the investment of funds, ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements, review/submit annual census and form 5500 for our 401(k) account, and review/submit annual insurance renewal forms with the Company's broker. A documented system of accounting policies and procedures will be maintained. Other related duties/projects as assigned.

Requirements

Excellent management and supervisory skills
Exceptional knowledge of financial accounting
Exceptional knowledge of entity & personal tax preparation for federal, state, and local governments
Exceptional understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles
Highly proficient with accounting software
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite products (Word, Excel, & Outlook)
Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills
Self-motivated, self-reliant, & able to work well independently and in a team
Effective and professional written and verbal communication skills
Must pass a pre-employment background screening
Must be eligible & have documentation to support eligibility to work in the United States
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required
Eight years or more of experience in financial management required
Certified Public Accountant designation required
Five to eight years of experience in a medium-sized public accounting firm handling small business and individual clients required

Responsibilities

Oversees Accounting operations, which include financial accounting, accounts payable, and accounting portion of payroll
Oversees the system of internal controls over Accounting functions to minimize risk
Supervises Accountant staff
Recruits and hiring accounting staff
Coordinates training programs for new and existing accounting staff
Handles discipline and termination of accounting staff as needed and in accordance with company policy
Critically evaluates accounting department and its needs.
Presents recommendations to management on short- & long-term financial objectives.
Responsible for tax planning throughout the fiscal year.
Works closely with outside accountants to review required tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies as it pertains to the Company and any outside interests of the President.
Reviews financial accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Works with the President and other executives to establish priorities.
Oversees investment of funds.
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
Reviews/submits annual census and form 5500 for our 401(k) account.
Reviews/submits annual insurance renewal forms with Company's broker.
Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.
Other related duties/project as assigned.