Director of Accounting

JOB TITLE: Director of Accounting DEPARTMENT: Accounting REPORTS TO: President JOB SCHEDULE: Full Time FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Salaried; Exempt Job Summary: The Director of Accounting will direct and oversee the financial activities of the organization and all affiliated entities, direct the preparation of current financial reports and summaries, and create forecasts predicting future growth.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Oversees the Accounting department, budget preparation, audit functions, and transfer requests for entities.
Works with other department heads to monitor each department and make recommendations.
Duties/Responsibilities: Directs the preparation of all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, expense reports, projection reports and budgeting.
Assisting with third parties for preparation of tax returns and other items upon request by CPAs or Chairman.
Complete sales taxes monthly for the entities.
Compares sales and profit projections to actual figures and budgeted expenses to actual expenses; makes or oversees any necessary adjustments to future projections and budgets.
Reviews the planning process and suggests improvements to current methods.
Implementing policies and procedures related to purchasing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Analyzes operations to identify areas in need of reorganization, downsizing, or elimination in the department.
Works with the President and other executives to coordinate planning and establish priorities for the planning process.
Guarantee compliance with financial laws and guidelines.
Ensure bank reconciliations are completed monthly.
Complete Event Settlements after a show or concert at the venues.
It is to be completed within 1 or 2 business days after the event.
Establish a detailed Chart of Accounts and ensure the department is coding correctly.
Review check requests weekly and confirm that vendors and employees are paid on time.
If there is a question on check requests, ensure that it is addressed timely to avoid any delays in payment to vendors and employees.
Conducting weekly department meetings to review accounts payable and receivable for the week.
Performing internal audits involving cash handling and account coding.
Reviewing contracts to ensure billing and accounts receivable reporting is correct.
Assist and/or complete transfer requests for entities when needed.
Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent management and supervisory skills.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
Proficient in database and accounting computer application systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent computer skills Education and Experience: Master’s degree in business administration, Accounting, or Finance required.
Eight to Ten years of experience in financial management required.
Certification(s): Certified public accountant designation (preferred) Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Must be able to access various departments of a given location.
Note: The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above.
They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
*We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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