Cypress HCM Looking for Director of Finance And Accounting at Port Townsend, WA Full Time

Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting

This is an exciting role that will be the Chief Accounting Officer for the business. The Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting plays a crucial role in overseeing the accounting function and ensuring accurate and transparent financial reporting for the business. This role plays a pivotal role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting and serves as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders. This role leads the internal audit and compliance processes and is the key interface with external auditors. They are headquartered in the Port Townsend, WA area. The company is a leading manufacturer of producing Kraft pulp, paper, containerboard, medium, and market pulp. If you are an individual who has substantial experience in accounting and financial reporting and is looking for a leadership role, this role could be for you!

Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or relevant accounting standards.
• Consolidation: Own the total financial reporting and consolidations of results. Partner with the Director of FP&A on monthly and quarterly business reporting to senior management.
• Accounting Policies and Compliance: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, tax requirements, and transfer pricing. Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures.
• Internal Audit: Manage and coordinate the annual internal controls and financial audit process. Work closely with external auditors to provide necessary documentation and address audit inquiries.
• Internal Controls: Own the internal controls and compliance program for the company. Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial data.
• Build and create the Accounting capability throughout the entire Finance and Accounting (F&A) function.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or CPA certification is required.
• Must possess high ethical standards (integrity, transparency, and trust).
• Substantial experience in accounting and financial reporting, with progressive leadership roles.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations (GAAP, IFRS, etc.).
• Experience with financial software and systems including exceptional Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance is a plus.

Work Schedule:

• Hybrid work schedule based out of either Port Townsend, WA, or Richmond, BC.

Salary Range:

• $190,000-230,000 depending on experience.