Accounting Leader

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Accounting Leader will work closely with the CFO and Senior Leader of Finance and Accounting to manage, develop, and scale accounting function at Enavate. This position will be responsible for managing the month-end close process, financial reporting, banking, cash management, M&A add-on integration, and providing strategic financial insights to aid in the business decision-making processes. This is a key role, which will be essential in driving the company's financial success and sustainable growth.

Location: Remote from Canada or the US (excluding Tampa, FL, and Fargo, ND). Hybrid for Tampa, FL, and Fargo, ND (USA).

Reporting Structure: Reporting to Senior Leader of Finance and Accounting.

Position Responsibilities:

• Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a results-oriented accounting team.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements and other financial reports in accordance with US GAAP. Knowledge of IFRS is a plus.
• Month-end Close: Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, general ledger reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Audit Oversight: Lead the monitoring and oversight of the internal control processes and completing and coordinating financial audits with external auditors.
• Cash Management: Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity requirements to ensure the financial stability and growth of the business.
• Tax Planning: Oversee tax planning and compliance for federal, state, and local tax obligations. Work closely with external tax advisors and agencies as needed.
• M&A and Funding: Assist with the accounting due diligence process for M&A activity as well as funding rounds as applicable.
• Technology Integration: Engage that technology systems relied on for financial reporting are appropriate and leverage new technology to streamline internal processes.
• Process Improvement: Assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement, and implementing new processes.

Professional Experience and Background:

• Proven track record of 10+ years of progressive accounting experience as a senior leader or similar role, with a strong understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of revenue recognition principles for tech companies.
• Experience in a global accounting organization and working with multiple legal entities under different legal umbrellas.

• Exceptional leadership abilities, capable of inspiring and nurturing the accounting team to achieve their best.
• Proactive mindset geared towards spearheading transformative initiatives to enhance controls and streamline accounting systems.
• Attention to detail complemented by outstanding organizational and communication skills.

• Integrated ERP system experience – Microsoft Dynamics experience is a plus.
• M&A integration experience is considered a plus.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. A master’s degree, CPA license, or CMA certification is preferred.