Senior Accountant - Remote

Overview

We seek a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to oversee our general accounting. The role involves full ownership of accounting operations, AP policy implementation, and managing trade loans based on accounts receivable (AR). The candidate should excel in problem-solving, financial forecasting, and optimizing cash flow while clearing outstanding payables.

In Short

• Oversee all general accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Develop and manage budgets, financial planning, and forecasting.
• Handle inventory management, particularly in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) sector.
• Approve and optimize accounts payable (AP) processes, ensuring efficiency despite high volume.
• Strategize ways to extend bill payment timelines while managing outstanding invoices.
• Own and manage all accounting functions, ensuring streamlined financial operations.
• Collaborate with a private equity (PE) partner on financial decisions and reporting.
• Revise AP policies and improve payment processes.
• Leverage trade loans based on AR to maintain liquidity.
• Conduct write-offs for obsolete inventory and track inventory with support from the R&D team.
• Perform scenario analysis related to trade spend, budgets, and financial forecasting.
• Be available for calls with stakeholders regarding financial matters.
• Review expenses and ensure cost control, without direct involvement in analytics strategy.
• Manage collections and optimize AR processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Experience in budgeting and financial forecasting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder interactions.

Benefits

• Work from home permanently.
• Flexible working hours during U.S. PST business hours.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.