Director of Finance & Accounting (ID:45356)

Versique Consulting & Search - Minneapolis, MN

Full-time - Senior

Minneapolis, MN

About the position

The Director of Finance & Accounting is responsible for directing the company's financial operations and managing all accounting responsibilities, processes, and procedures. This role encompasses various areas including General Accounting, Commissions Accounting, Job Accounting, Budgeting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Reporting, Treasury, Procurement, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Tax, and Insurance. The position requires collaboration with executive and management teams to drive strategic growth and improve operational efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Direct the company's financial operations and oversee all accounting responsibilities.
• Work closely with executive and management teams to plan for strategic growth and improve operational efficiencies.
• Oversee a team of 1-3 employees responsible for finance, accounting, payroll, and insurance.
• Organize and oversee the work responsibilities of team members, mentoring and coaching them.
• Oversee daily accounting and month-end processes, including bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Analyze and interpret accounting records, reports, and statements, communicating findings to management.
• Track company credit card spending and manage payments on credit accounts.
• Perform regular expense analyses and audits.
• Manage commissions accounting, calculations, records, and reporting.
• Maintain draw allocation accounting and draw balance reporting.
• Oversee project/job costing and accounting entries, performing project/job P&L audits.
• Coordinate the company's financial planning and budgeting activities.
• Prepare periodic financial statements, activity reports, financial forecasts, and annual budgets.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP or international reporting standards.
• Review financial details from past, present, and forecasted operations to identify improvement opportunities.
• Oversee treasury management, including monitoring bank account balances and preparing wire transfers.
• Collaborate with tax advisors for annual and quarterly tax filings.
• Establish and maintain knowledge of organizational procedures, internal control systems, and compliance regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's degree preferred.
• Ten years or more of professional experience required.
• Five years or more of related experience required.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively as needed.
• Self-motivated and capable of handling multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient financial modeling and data analytics skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and specialized accounting software.