Miscellaneous Hiring For Accounting Director/Controller at Austin, TX Full Time

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Perform various accounting and supervisory functions to support the Accounting & Executive team. Responsible for implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls and processes that will ensure company assets are adequately safeguarded and that all financial reporting is prepared in compliance with all financial policies, ACA, SEC and US GAAP requirements.

Accounting Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of internal and external financial statements sent to lenders and regulatory agencies
• Perform technical research to ensure compliance with applicable accounting guidance
• Support the accounting team with special projects and ad hoc reporting as needed
• Assist in maintaining system of internal controls
• Work with the internal and external auditors to assist in year-end audit procedures
• Prepare and review audit schedules as needed
• Coordinate among various business units to ensure consistent accounting treatment
• Recommend, design, and implement accounting policies and procedures
• Ensure that credit risk is balanced with business objectives, targets are met and that the valid claims with proper management authorization are paid
• Lead & assist with accounting software implementations

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages 5+ direct reports. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Requirements

• 7+ years in an accounting related position with managerial experience
• Relevant experience with a large, FAST PACED diverse multi-unit company preferably in the hospitality or retail industry
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA preferred
• Some real estate knowledge preferred

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Strong technical accounting skills including strong working knowledge of GAAP & SEC accounting and reporting requirements
• Superior analytical, organization, and presentation skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and management team
• Flexible and self-directed with ability to stay focused and meet goals, while working independently
• Outstanding leadership, supervisory and training skills required
• Must be technically savvy
• Must have expert level skills with Excel & QuickBooks
• Experience with various payroll systems

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
• Corporate accounting: 5 years (Required)
• QuickBooks: 5 years (Required)
• Journal entries: 5 years (Required)
• Account Reconciliations for multiple entities

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)