Job Description

Our client has an immediate opening for a VP of Finance! The VP of Finance is responsible for the oversight of the Company's finance and accounting functions, including oversight of all internal and external personnel. This position is unique in that it is a very hands-on accounting role but also this person will be a strategic partner with the owner and part of the executive management team. The VP of Finance will join an outstanding team in the top accounting position and contribute to their ongoing success and company growth!

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain policies and procedures for the accounting department that support timely and accurate completion of its responsibilities.
• Maintain the accounting-related modules of the Company's ERP software program so that records are organized, accurate, and interface properly with other modules and integrations.
• Ensure general ledger entries are made timely and accurately.
• Maintain an account structure that supports financial reporting, planning and analysis.
• Maintain fixed and intangible assets at proper values.
• Record depreciation and amortization to properly reflect asset values.
• Develop and maintain a month- and year-end closing process to review and reconcile accounts for the period.
• Maintain commercial banking relationships and suggest modifications to treasury management and credit programs that could benefit the Company.
• Ensure vendor bills are reviewed for accuracy prior to payment.
• Maintain the Company's payroll software program so that payroll and related records are organized, accurate, and accessible by authorized personnel.
• Ensure that the company's weekly payroll is calculated accurately and submitted to the payroll processing company timely.
• Ensure that loan payments are made timely and accurately.
• Assist Human Resources in employee benefits program review and selection.
• Ensure compliance of the Company's 401 (k) plan with ERISA and other statutes, including annual audits, testing, and required filing of federal and state forms.
• Ensure insurance coverage for Company assets and operations is obtained on competitive terms.
• Manage tax audits by interfacing with auditors, providing information, and facilitating conversations with appropriate Company personnel.
• Ensure property taxes for owned or leased properties are calculated accurately and paid timely.
• Develop, prepare, and distribute monthly, quarterly and annual reports of financial condition, ensuring that information is relevant and accurate.
• Review financial results with the owners of the Company on a monthly basis.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget by reviewing past performance for anomalies, recognizing anticipated variances from past results, and reviewing projections for reasonableness.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• 7+ years experience in the accounting field
• CPA preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Accounting software knowledge

Why Choose Our Client:

Join a team that values its employees and their work! This company is constantly identified as one of the top places in WNY to work for! As this company continues to grow it brings value and opportunities to the community. Contact us to hear about the many benefits our client has to offer!