POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for overseeing the daily accounting operations and overseeing the work of a team to ensure accounting practices are adhered to. This position analyzes complex financial records and reports, regulates, and authenticates financial transactions, oversees a ledger to ensure effectiveness and accuracy of all accounting tasks.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibilities include: 

• Oversee global accounting functions, including but not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue recognition, intercompany transactions, payroll, general ledger, transfer pricing, and taxes.
• Lead the month end close process and compile and analyze monthly financial statements in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)/
• Oversee the cash flow forecast report, sales KPI report and, working with FP&A team, generate additional management reports.
• Manage four direct reports, providing training, growth opportunities, and performance reviews. 
• Maintains relationships with a variety of vendors and suppliers, including financial institutions, external accountants, auditors, and tax authorities. 
• Responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely internal and external financial reporting.
• Actively participate in the annual review process of the financials, budgeting, and global audit process.
• Actively participate in the integration of new acquisitions including evaluating accounting and reporting policies and procedures, harmonizing those with policies and procedures and reviewing and implementing process and system changes.
• Participate in development and implementation of new reporting packages to internal and external stakeholders through NetSuite. 
• Assist with compilation of information for preparation of tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with state and annual reporting requirements for all entities.
• Implement policies and procedures for efficiency and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. 
• Proficient with data analysis, critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Able to work well under pressure, meeting multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Advanced knowledge of Excel and other financial applications, NetSuite accounting software, Salesforce, PowerPoint, Tableau.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills. 
• Strong leadership skills required.
• Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized.
• Hands-on individual willing to be immersed in all aspects of the finance function.
• Proactive work ethic and ability to perform with minimal supervision.
• Direct management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

KEY EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA certification preferred, but not required in lieu of experience.
• Has 7+ years of experience in a senior level accounting position with a mix of public accounting and public or private company experience.
• Demonstrated experience with internal controls and SOX compliance.
• Has strong knowledge of US GAAP and reporting requirements.
• Maintains a high level of proficiency in Microsoft and Google tools (Excel, Word, Gmail/Google).
• Demonstrated experience working in a highly, cross-functional, international environment.
• Has exceptional written and oral communication skills, and superior interpersonal skills.

DISTINGUISHING EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Superior ERP systems experience, preferably in NetSuite.

API CORE COMPETENCIES

• Customer Focus
• Problem-Solving
• Communication
• Team Approach
• Results
• Leadership 

THE OTHER STUFF

• This position will require continuous viewing of a computer screen and sitting for long periods of time.
• Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, and use a computer, and telephone.