Chicago, Illinois
Director of Accounting Job Opening in Chicago, Illinois - ABOUT ITEMMASTER:
ItemMaster® is the most comprehensive source of brand-verified product content to satisfy every outpost of market demand. Our cloud-based Brand Activation? Platform enables manufacturers to share, verify and manage their product portfolio and custom branded content for distribution across all channels; turning shoppers into buyers.
More than 1,000 retailers, agencies and mobile app developers access ItemMaster as a one-stop source of certified brand content through our open exchange network. This allows ItemMaster to offer manufacturers real-time analytics and actionable brand data to drive business decisions. A privately-held company, ItemMaster already supports Complete and Verified? content for over 1,700 manufacturers and is on a mission to reinvent and deliver packaging for the 21st century.
SUMMARY:
We are looking for an entrepreneurial, change minded, operational improvement focused leader to work on building a world class finance department. This will requires someone to look at things continually and say - ?how can this be better.?
You should be a person who owns their area, and knows how to leverage technology, and build an efficient F&A business. Personality counts - as does someone who can communicate effectively across the organization. We need a new accounting system as well as an audit. There are resources, but there is work to do. Our business needs people who roll up their sleeves, and enjoys building and seeing things get better.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage the accounting and billing functions - our billing can be complex as we work with 1500 customers - and leverage technology to make it efficient.
Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions including payroll, accounts payables, expense reports, cash flow transactions and taxes
Establish and maintain systems and controls that confirm the integrity of financial processes across the company
Manage the activities of the department for accurate and timely dissemination of financial reports
Establish and implement departmental policies and operating procedures
Ensure income and sales tax compliance
Lead annual independent audit
Lead a team of accountants (A/P, A/R)
Work closely with senior leadership on strategic and ad hoc projects.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:
You will manage a team of 3-4 accounting specialists.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor?s in Accounting; CPA preferred
5-10 years experience in Accounting, including leading small team of accounting and finance professionals
SaaS/software sales accounting experience
experience; entrepreneurial
Advanced Excel skills, data oriented, analytical acumen
Financial audit experience
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Process-oriented and disciplined; excited about implementing new processes and supporting the company in adopting new discipline in financial management
Working knowledge of Quickbooks & SalesForce; experience with financial systems implementations and/or upgrades (Intacct/Netsuite)
Flexible, friendly, but management style
Continuous mindset
At ItemMaster, we support the development and well-being of employees by providing a range of competitive benefits and incentives for employees.
Generous paid time off, including 8 company holidays
Medical, vision, dental benefits
401(k) plan and matching contributions
Equity incentives
Fun company events and celebrations on a regular basis
ItemMaster Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, ItemMaster Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate. ItemMaster Inc. prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Accounting: 7 years
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