Accounting Manager

Finance and Accounting Manager
Location: San Jose, California (Hybrid set-up)

About the role:

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Finance and Accounting Manager to join our dynamic team. The Finance and Accounting Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing all financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and implementing efficient accounting processes. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a prominent sports organization while utilizing your expertise in finance, accounting, critical thinking, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day Financial Management:
  • Oversee month-end closing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and payroll processing.
  • Facilitate month-end closing procedures, commission calculations, and accrual management (70-75%).
• Financial Analysis and Reporting:
  • Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts for timely and accurate insights to senior management (20%).
  • Focus on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, ensuring efficient financial processes and accurate funding projections.
• Accounts Payable and Board Meeting Contributions:
  • Identify solutions for rising Accounts Payable bills.
  • Contribute to the preparation of board meeting materials and presentation slides.
• Variance and Flux Analysis:
  • Conduct comprehensive Variance and Flux analysis to understand fluctuations in financial accounts, balances, or data over specific periods.
  • Identify reasons behind variations in financial figures and trends to make informed decisions.
• Banking Relationships and Funding:
  • Handle banking relationships and funding.
  • Take on various tasks and responsibilities, including accounting and Accounts Payable work, with a willingness to absorb diverse responsibilities.
• Financial Analyst Focus:
  • Seek a finance and accounting-focused analyst to streamline processes, build a comprehensive cash model, and provide accurate funding projections.
  • Require an individual with a strong finance and accounting background capable of understanding the company's software, chart of accounts, and reconciliation processes.
• Compliance and Auditing:
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, MLS regulations, and other financial standards.
  • Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors for annual audits and tax filings.
  • Systems Implementation and Documentation:
  • Implement and maintain accounting software systems for streamlined processes.
  • Develop and implement documentation processes for financial procedures and policies.
• Leadership and Mentorship:
  • Lead and mentor a team of finance and accounting professionals.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, critical thinking, and continuous improvement.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Marketing, and Legal, to support strategic initiatives and business objectives.
• Industry Awareness:
  • Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in finance, accounting, and process improvement.

Qualifications:

• Education and Professional Qualifications:

• Holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation is required.
• MUST be local (Hybrid in San Jose, CA)

• Professional Experience:

• Brings 10-15 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles.
• Possesses a strong foundation in both public accounting and corporate finance.

• Financial Expertise:

• Proficient in cash flow modeling and management.
• Demonstrates experience in variance and flux analysis.
• Strong reconciliation and funding expertise.

• Software Systems Proficiency:

• • Prior experience as an administrator or implementation leads for accounting software systems (e.g., MS Dynamics, SAP, NetSuite) is preferred.

• Analytical Skills:

• • Proven critical thinking abilities, with the capacity to evaluate complex financial data.
  • Identifies trends and formulates strategic recommendations.

• Documentation and Process Implementation:

• • Experience in implementing documentation processes for financial procedures and policies.

• Leadership and Interpersonal Skills:

• • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Has a track record of building and motivating high-performing teams.

• Adaptability and Deadline-Driven:

• • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Manages multiple priorities with a sense of urgency and professionalism.