Accounting & Finance Manager

Job Description:
Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information Assist the Revenue Assurance and Treasury Team in the daily banking requirements Ensure the accurate and timely processing of positive pay transactions Ensure the monthly / quarterly Bank Compliance activities are performed in a timely manner Support budget and forecasting activities Monitor and analyze department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy Advise staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions Respond to inquiries from the Director of Finance, Controller, and other finance and firm wide managers regarding financial results, special reporting requests and the like Work with the Business Leadership Team and Consortium partners to ensure timely audit delivery Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and unit policies Provide training / functional on-boarding to new and existing staff as needed Manage a high performing team; work with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff. Support Chief Finance Officer with special projects and workflow process improvements. Responsible for all areas relating to financial reporting. Responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. Supervises four (4) accountants and is responsible for managing the team to ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner. Addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities. Will have contact with senior-level legal partners, Consortium Directors and Controllers which requires strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal. Minimum Qualifications:
Accountancy Graduate, CPA - minimum requirement Finance Certifications, like CMA preferred but not required Proficient in Microsoft NAV or any Accounting System Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal, supervisory and customer service skills required Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required