Director of Accounting

GBQ Holdings•Columbus, OH

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Accounting is responsible for planning, overseeing and directing accounting operations including Financial Reporting, Asset Management, accounts payable and payroll. Additionally, the Director of Accounting is responsible for the monitoring of internal controls. This position focuses on two major initiatives established by the Firm: Client Focus and Brand Culture/Development.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance required
10+ years of professional accounting experience required
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, CPA required; knowledge of Partnership and Partnership Taxation a plus
Experience with preparation and review of financial statements
Should be detail orientated, have strong multi-tasking skills, as well as possess strong organizational skills
Must have strong proficiency in the use of technology and PC applications, specifically, but not limited to, Adobe/PDF, Microsoft Office applications; Word, Excel, Outlook, including maintaining an inbox and calendar

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain the firms accounting principles, practices and procedures.
Partner closely with the Director of Finance to support firm-wide financial strategy, planning, and growth initiatives.
Protect assets by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal controls and recommending process improvements as needed.
Oversee daily cash activities including managing cash position and reconciliations.
Manage bank account balances and ensure sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operational and capital investment requirements.
Work with outside lenders, as needed.
Oversee accounts payable activities ensuring adequate review and oversight of outgoing payments.
Support strategic initiatives such as new service offerings, geographic expansion, acquisitions, and other investments.
Oversee the completion of month-end and year-end close processes.
Oversee the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and analysis of multi-entity expense accounts on a monthly basis.
Review calculation of year-end accruals and work with management to ensure complete and accurate information is included in the financials.
Review and distribute monthly internal financial statements for all legal entities individually and at a consolidated level.
Perform variance analysis from budget and historical results.
Distribute financial statements for external use in compliance with contractual obligations.
Assist the Director of Finance in the completion of the annual budget.
Meet with Service Line leaders to determine strategic objectives and the optimal staffing model to meet agreed to KPIs.
Update throughout the year as needed as assumptions change.
Meet with Service Line leaders and Internal Department Heads as requested to support growth and provide analysis of service line profitability.
Update internal planning models as needed to assist with review of current assumptions and compensation planning.
Manage administration of the firms 401(k) plan and ensure the plan is operating according to the plan document.
Meet with investment advisors quarterly to review offerings and discuss plan maintenance.
Oversee timely completion of the annual 401(k) Audit.
Monitor payroll processing and provide back-up support as needed.
Oversee use and functionality of practice management software.
Work with software vendor and internal IT to maintain software, implement updates, and resolve any and all issues relating to operational effectiveness.
Oversee maintenance of data held in practice management software ensuring fields are consistently used and accurate information is entered.
Maintain firm's expense reporting policy reviewing at least annually for updates.
Development and maintenance of other policies including fixed asset policy, vendor policy and AR policy.
Provide a high quality, accurate work product.
Provide support to professional staff and respond to requests in a timely manner.
Demonstrate comprehension of relevant accounting knowledge, technology concepts and other methodologies.
Demonstrate ability to utilize all applicable department software efficiently.
Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
Exemplify Brand Attributes of the Firm.
Must be dependable and available to support the Finance team.
Support and ensure adherence to all administrative policies and procedures of the Firm.
Exhibit the ability to work independently and with a team, having confidence in his/her ability to address and resolve conflict with peers, subordinates and firm leaders.
Enhance firm collaboration through interactions with associates from other departments.
Must have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain a professional demeanor and work with associates at all levels.
Consistently seek feedback from Performance Manager and focus on enhancing and developing professional and technical skills
Exemplify Brand Attributes of the Firm.
Must be dependable and available to support the Finance team.