Decisely Hiring for Finance & Accounting Manager (CPA) (IASB) (GAAP) – U.S. Only Please Job at Remote Full Time

SUMMARY:

The Decisely Finance and Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the financial health of Decisely in order to promote success. Our Finance and Accounting Manager is responsible for the day-to-day and long-term financial health of the organization and advising Decisely leadership on how to best increase profit and growth through prudent financial practices. This role has frequent interaction with the CFO, CEO, investors (private equity) and Board of Directors. The Finance and Accounting Manager at Decisely has excellent organizational and analytical skills and is expected to have knowledge of finance and accounting practices, detail-orientation, strong problem-solving skills and an ability to work in a fast-growth organization with high levels of ambiguity.

Our Finance and Accounting Manager should possess a deep commercial awareness, strong numeracy skills and a keen interest in the growth, efficiency and profitability of Decisely. The successful Finance and Accounting Manager will have outstanding communication, presentation and report-writing skills with superb technical ability and fantastic negotiation skills is a must.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Plan, organize, and execute financial tasks and projects of the organization.
• Make estimates of funds required for the short and long-term financial objectives of the organization.
• Complete financial reports, lead the month-end closing process and conduct monthly financial forecast.
• Oversee the general accounting by owning and managing the month, quarter-end and year-end close process.
• Provide GAAP expertise and guidance to the organization keeping abreast of new and updated accounting pronouncements.
• Develop, implement and maintain project accounting systems to ensure accurate cost accounting and reporting in line with GAAP and internal policies and procedures.
• Work closely within the Accounting Department to clear technical matters, report quarterly accounting updates, prepare representation correspondence as needed.
• Develop and implement plans for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to drive the business performance of the organization.
• Manage and monitor metrics, KPI tracking, and reports.
• Evaluate the financial performance of the organization and measure returns on investments.
• Understand and calculate the risks involved in the financial activities of the organization.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Highly detailed-oriented and organized.
• Ability to meet constant stream of deadlines.
• Comfortable with managing ambiguity and uncertainty.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levels of employees.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with accounting software and programs (Sage Intacct).
• Must be a team player.
• Maintain a very positive attitude in an extremely fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Ability to effectively multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Must be a self-starter and comfortable challenging the status quo.
• High energy, enthusiastic and customer-service focused – great attitudes only!
• Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Ability to correctly prepare tax reports.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite – expert at Excel.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in finance/accounting or related (essential).
• International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) accreditation (essential).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license (essential).
• 3-5 years of work experience as a Finance Manager (essential).
• Experience in insurance and/or “SaaS” revenue businesses (preferred).
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, is flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter with the ability to get things done and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage the work of direct and indirect contributors.
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and other financial planning software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to travel independently to clients; some air travel may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. There is no or very limited exposure to physical risk.