Financial Director

OverviewJob Title: Director of Finance (Accede LLC)The Director of Finance is responsible for providing accounting and financial controls for the entire organization and ensure that the department roles are performing as required and being guided on job expectations.Responsibilities and DutiesSupervise all operations of the finance and accounting department, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in all financial operations.Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal and state regulations, and industry financial practices.Oversee and manage Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, Budgeting & Forecasting, Sales & Income Tax Reporting, and Internal Audits.Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure financial integrity.Prepare and present financial reports for seven subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and compliance.Make staffing decisions in the Finance Department.Conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.Handle discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.Establish quantitative and qualitative metrics, guidelines, and standards by which the company’s efficiency and effectiveness can be evaluated; identify opportunities for improvement.Implement and maintain accounting controls & procedures and prepare financial reporting for seven affiliated organizations.Ensure adherence to all State & Federal laws and regulatory and GAAP guidelines.Coordinate with external financial entities on behalf of the company, including PDM CPA for Year End Reviews and Sales Tax Reporting & Submittals, CNB for Banking & Quarterly Covenant Filings, GMGS for Insurance, Insurance Carriers of Post Period Insurance Audits, and CTI for R&D Tax Credit.Direct, manage, prepare and review Financial Planning and Budget Management Functions.Provide financial strategic planning to senior management by evaluating performance, alternatives and potential risks.Lead and supervise the accounting team during the closing process to ensure close deadlines are met.Prepare timely and detailed GAAP financial statements on a quarterly and annual basis.Analyze monthly actual performance against budgeted expectations.Perform financial analysis by recognizing patterns in company revenue and/or spending, and recommend solutions to deficient areas.Prepare monthly sales by rep reports for management to compare against expectations.Perform reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts at least quarterly, with more critical accounts reconciled monthly (bank accounts, AP, AR, customer deposits, vendor prepayments, trade liquidations, fixed assets, sales tax).Oversee capital asset projects, including vehicle leases and purchases and construction in progress.Prepare a wide variety of ad hoc reports as needed.Coordinate collection, reporting of sales reps’ projections against the budget and provide performance results.Collaborate with operational leaders to understand gaps and propose resolutions.Lead the accounting team through month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring deadlines are met.Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements on a quarterly and annual basis.Conduct financial variance analysis, comparing actual performance against budgeted expectations.Identify trends and patterns in revenue and expenses, providing data-driven recommendations for improvements.Prepare monthly sales reports by representative for management review.Sales Tax & Regulatory ComplianceMaintain expertise in sales tax regulations and ensure compliance across 30+ states.Manage and report sales tax filings, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.Reconcile discrepancies between Avalara tax software and the ERP system.Account Reconciliations & Asset ManagementPerform monthly and quarterly reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts, AP, AR, customer deposits, vendor prepayments, trade liquidations, fixed assets, and sales tax liabilities.Oversee fixed asset management, including vehicle leases, capital purchases, and construction-in-progress accounts.Manage the lien waiver process for projects.External Collaboration & Ad Hoc ReportingServe as the primary liaison with external financial partners, including CPA firms, banks, insurance brokers, and tax consultants.Coordinate with Accounting, Insurance, and other agencies for post-period audits.Prepare ad hoc financial reports as needed to support business decisions.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.CPA Certificate or MBA highly preferred.5+ Years of Accounting & Financial management experience.Possess a thorough understanding of GAAP, finance principles, and State and Federal rules & regulations.Proficient with accounting software and MS Office 365 Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).Possess a thorough knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.Senior Leadership & Employment DetailsSeniority level: DirectorEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Finance and SalesNote: This description focuses on the core responsibilities and qualifications for the Director of Finance role at Accede LLC. 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Created: 2025-09-21