Director of Accounting & Finance

POSITION SUMMARY:

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, including accounting operations, budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. This leadership role ensures financial integrity, optimizes efficiency, and provides strategic financial guidance to the executive team. The Director of Accounting and Finance manages the accounting team and ensures alignment with the company's purpose, mission, and values.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership, Management, and Accountability (LMA)

• Cascades the company's vision and provides clear direction to the finance and accounting team
• Recruits, selects, onboards, and trains accounting staff, ensuring their professional development
• Sets expectations, conducts performance evaluations, and holds employees accountable for meeting objectives
• Provides mentorship and growth opportunities for the team
• Partners with HR on performance-related decisions
• Remove barriers to ensure financial processes run smoothly and effectively

Financial Operations & Compliance

• Oversee the financial operations of the company, ensuring efficiency and compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards
• Develops and implements internal financial controls and guidelines
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local financial, tax, and legal regulations
• Owns and oversees banking, auditing, tax, and consulting relationships, ensuring vendors provide value to the company
• Acts as the primary liaison for external auditors, coordinating annual audits and ensuring timely resolution of findings

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Provides accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements
• Analyzes financial performance and presents insights to the executive team
• Leads the budgeting and forecasting process, providing recommendations to support company growth
• Develop performance measures and monitoring systems to support strategic decision-making
• Monitors company financial performance and identifies opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement

Accounts Payable & Receivable Management

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor payments, optimizing available discounts
• Oversee inventory control procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Ensures all payments and expenses are recorded accurately and in compliance with financial standards
• Maintains strong financial controls over receivables, ensuring timely invoicing and collections
• Oversees reconciliation of financial transactions and ensures the integrity of financial records

Payroll & Compensation

• Partners with leadership to develop and refine commission and bonus plans
• Ensures accurate and timely payroll processing and compliance with all payroll-related regulations
• Ensure proper reporting and payment of payroll taxes and other obligations

Cash Flow & Risk Management

• Oversee cash flow planning and management, ensuring the company maintains adequate liquidity
• Manages debt financing and ensures compliance with debt covenant agreements
• Identifies financial risks and implements strategies to mitigate them

Technology & Process Improvement

• Identifies, acquires, and implements financial systems and software to enhance operational efficiency
• Maximizes efficiency in payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable through process standardization
• Continuously assesses and improves financial processes to drive operational excellence

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification preferred
• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and compliance requirements
• Experience leading and managing accounting teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to executives
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with integrity
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed

CORE VALUES: At TerraFirma, our values are important, we don't just talk about them, we live them. We are looking for people who share our values of Family, Integrity, Resilience, and Mastery.

WHAT WE OFFER:

We are a family-oriented company and offer competitive pay and benefits to our employees. Benefits include:

• PTO + 7 paid holidays annually
• 401K
• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• ST & LT Disability

Salary Range:

$150k-$170k (DOE)