Vice President, Accounting & Finance
About The Position
A privately held healthcare education company in Boston, Massachusetts is seeking a Vice President of Accounting & Finance to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. Reporting to the CFO, the role will contribute to the final stages of implementing Sage accounting software and lead the evolution of the monthly close process and related reporting. The position oversees core accounting activities and financial compliance while leading management reporting, cash-flow forecasting, budgeting, and forecasting. It also coordinates annual audits and tax compliance with external advisors, develops and maintains accounting policies and internal controls, partners with teams across the business, and identifies improvements to financial systems and workflows. The stated compensation range is $200,000 to $250,000; actual compensation depends on the role, office location, and the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and certifications.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience.
- At least 5 years in a controller role.
- Experience with general ledger design and accounting software implementation.
- Experience with Sage Intacct and Salesforce integrations.
- Experience in a professional services business model, including time tracking, capacity, and utilization.
- Experience with mergers and acquisitions, including buy-side, sell-side, and integration work.
- Deep understanding of GAAP or International Financial Reporting Standards.
- Experience overseeing month-end and year-end close processes and producing financial statements and cash-flow models.
- Experience managing internal controls, external auditors, tax advisors, and tax and regulatory compliance.
- Proficiency with modern accounting systems and ERP software such as Sage Intacct.
- Experience using data analytics and AI.
Nice To Haves
- CPA or MBA.
Responsibilities
- Oversee accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll support, and month-end close.
- Support revenue recognition processes, particularly for multi-element contracts.
- Oversee preparation of accurate and timely GAAP financial statements.
- Develop a robust monthly management reporting package and a weekly 13-week cash-flow forecast.
- Manage the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors.
- Manage federal, state, and local tax compliance, including LLC and C-corporation requirements, and coordinate with external tax advisors.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of internal controls and accounting policies.
- Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting across the enterprise.
- Partner cross-functionally with HR, Sales, and Sales Operations on financial processes.
- Identify and implement efficiencies in financial systems and workflows.
- Lead the evolution of the monthly close process and related reporting.
- Contribute to the final stages of implementing Sage accounting software.
- Collaborate with the CFO and executive leadership to guide company growth and profitability.
- Identify financial discrepancies, safeguard company assets, and mitigate fiscal risk.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
