Chief Accounting Officer

Chief Accounting Officer – Sarasota/Bradenton, Florida (FL)

Keywords:

Controller, Director of Accounting, Director of Finance

Summary: 

The Chief Accounting Officer will be reporting to the Senior VP. He or she will take an active role in strategic planning, financial analysis, policy development/deployment, problem resolution and financial communication to the Executive and Sr. Management teams with on-going financial analysis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Includes the following, but other duties may be assigned.

1. Overall responsibility for the management and direction of the Company's accounting function. Manage a staff with responsibility for all aspects of the Company's daily accounting operations, tax function and the related formulation and administration of the company's overall accounting policies.
a. Coordinate and manage work flow of department to ensure timely processing of relevant data.
b. Identify weaknesses in the company which hinder the accurate reporting of the financial condition of the company. Develop policies and procedures to minimize or eliminate those weaknesses.

2. Provide technical expertise with regard to GAAP, FASB and SEC regulations to Management, department heads and third parties.
a. Manage preparation of technical analysis by accounting staff in responding to inquiries regarding proper accounting treatment of items.
b. Provide guidance to other departments and staff in the set-up of new revenue/expense item and proper treatment to assure compliance and adequacy of controls with current regulations.
c. Direct activities of department staff to assist departments and/or individuals with special projects including research and analysis.
d. Evaluate and communicate major changes in regulations affecting accounting requirements to appropriate staff.

3. Direct, manage and provide guidance in the coordination of the activities of Financial Reporting Manager to plan appropriate activities to ensure:
a. Process of financial reporting provides accuracy and timeliness of data reported.
b. Coordination of data presented in the company's annual report.
c. Development of requested traditional and non-traditional financial data presentations.
d. Proper maintenance of the company's fixed assets system relative to all subsidiaries of the holding company.
e. Timely and accurate completion of reconciliations performed by accounting staff

4. Ensure that all reports and disclosures comply with applicable governmental regulations professional standards and organizational policies.
a. Recommend or implement modifications to organizational reporting and/or accounting practices, as necessary to comply with reporting requirements.
b. Confer with appropriate individuals to assure proper interpretation of reporting and/or accounting requirements/standards.

5. Maintain current knowledge of applicable governmental regulations, professional standards and organizational policies.
a. Attend continuing education programs designed to enhance knowledge of current professional standards.
b. Study industry publications and/or attend industry meetings to learn of emerging/current issues.
c. Maintain knowledge of current organizational policies.

6. Administration of company's accounting systems to maintain accurate financial records.
a. Establishing and directing organization-wide accounting policy.
b. Monitor effectiveness of controls to prevent circumvention of established systems (such as prohibition of issuance of official checks for payment to vendors).
c. Receive and evaluate recommendations from accounting staff regarding improvements to accounting policies and procedures which serve to provide assurance of the integrity of data appearing on the company's systems utilized by the department.

7. Direct and manage the Company's in-house corporate tax function and interfacing with outside tax consultants.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Ability to problem solve and make decisions.
2. Ability to work in a dynamic and diverse work environment
3. Ability to utilize excellent analytical skills, critical thinking and creativity while collaborating with executive leadership to completely understand, agree upon and shape company objectives
4. Excellent communication skills and be able to interact professionally with all levels within the organization and with external customers. Ability to communicate with Senior, non-technical leadership as well as highly technical staff
5. Ability to set priorities and handle demanding position.
6. Possess sound and accurate judgment.
7. Uses time efficiently and set goals and objectives.
8. Meets productivity standards.

Interpersonal Relationships:

As a representative of our organization, all comments, attitudes, actions and behaviors have a direct affect on the Company's image and perceptions of quality service. Interactions with fellow employees and vendors must be in a manner that is friendly, supportive, courteous, respectful, cooperative and professional. This behavior should promote an atmosphere of teamwork which is congruent with the company standards and guidelines to promote positive relations.

Position Requirements:

- CPA required
- Big 4 accounting experience strongly preferred
- Healthcare experience highly desirable
- MBA strongly preferred
- Previous experience preparing companies for initial public offerings
- 7+ years previous accounting management experience
-Experience in financial reporting, forecasting, modeling and analysis, cash flow management with a  strong operational focus
- Extensive project finance experience
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP 
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities

Benefits:

• Health, Dental Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Sick, Vacation)
• Fun casual work environment
• Professional Development
• And much much more!

About The Madison Group:

At The Madison Group, we believe in conducting business with integrity. What does that mean for you? It means that you can have confidence in partnering with us. Whether you are a talented professional or an employer, the relationships we build together will always be infused with 4 core values: trustworthiness, respect, commitment and diligence. The Madison Group is a professional search services firm who works nationally to match the best possible candidate to the best client company. We specialize in three primary areas: Architecture, Engineering and Construction; Information Technology and Accounting.

The Madison Mission

To become the #1 trusted hiring source to each of our client companies. To continually identify, assess and sell top performing candidates on the idea of working for our clients. To consistently present the best possible career opportunities to our candidates, while acknowledging the cultural fit as well as qualifications and credentials.

The Madison Advantage

• We hire intelligent, skilled recruiters who are trained in their industry and know the right questions to ask to identify the perfect candidate.
• Our clients include award winning organizations who are recognized as leaders in their field.
• We adhere to only the highest ethical standards.
• We utilize cutting edge recruitment resources and techniques to locate the hard to find candidates.
• We take our job seriously, and our relationships are personal and genuine. We care about the long term outcome as if it is our own.

Whether you see a specific match for your background or not, we are always interested in talking with you about your background and what you are looking for in a new opportunity!

If you are interested in hearing more about this rare opportunity and fantastic organization, please email your resume directly to sdrawbaugh@madison-inc.net !

Learn more about The Madison Group at www.madison-inc.net.