Job Summary:
Our client is a private alternative dispute resolution provider firm that administers and schedules mediations, arbitrations, and private trials for retired judges and attorneys throughout California. They are headquartered in Los Angeles, but also have six additional offices across the state. As a recognized leader in the dispute resolution field, they have a tradition of enlisting the industry's finest mediators and arbitrators, and for providing premier customer service to their clients. They are seeking an efficient, responsible, detail-oriented, well-organized, and process-driven person to join the team immediately.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Team Management: Oversee, manage, train and optimize the Accounting Department. Provide training, mentoring and professional development opportunities for staff. Foster a collaborative, communicative and high-performance work environment.
- Operational Responsibilities: Primarily responsible for the day-to-day financial operations and accounting functions of the company. Work with senior leadership to develop and implement financial policies. Assist with corporate financial decision making.
- Financial Reporting and Analysis: Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Accounting Oversight: Manage accounting policies, procedures, and compliance. Ensure that financial records are maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) or other relevant standards.
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in developing budgets and forecasts. Monitor actual performance against budget and report variances. Provide financial insights and recommendations to support long-term planning and growth strategies.
- Internal Controls: Develop, implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure the integrity of financial data. Perform risk assessments and conduct internal audits.
- Cash Flow Management: Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds. Manage company's liquidity and financing needs. Optimize the company's investment strategies.
- Cost Control and Efficiency: Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Analyze financial data to identify trends and make recommendations for improvements. Oversee inventory control and management processes.
- Systems and Technology: Oversee the implementation and maintenance of financial systems and software. Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all financial platforms. Work closely with software partner and project management team to optimize and evolve current technologies.
- Stakeholder Communication: Communicate financial performance to executive team. Prepare presentations and reports for meetings. Act as a liaison between the accounting department and other departments.
Requirements:
Masters Degree in Accounting or MBA required.
Seven to ten years of experience as a controller or senior-level accounting or finance manager.
Professional certification, such as CPA (certified public accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant).
Experience in a managerial/supervisory role.
Experience with QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, Stripe.
Experience with financial reporting and data analysis.
Knowledge and understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
Strong attention to detail, ability to problem solve and optimize, experienced with project management, and possesses ethical judgment.
The right person has excellent listening skills, a highly professional demeanor, strong customer focus, impeccable organizational skills, is communicative to senior leadership, and thrives in a fast-paced, high volume environment.
Discreet and professional demeanor; displays sensitivity to confidential matters.
Benefits: Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
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