Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Location Note: Candidates located within commuting distance to Inwood, NY will be given preference. Responsibilities · Financial Reporting: Oversee the accurate and timely preparation of global consolidated monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, in compliance with US GAAP and other regulatory requirements. Implement improvements allowing for significant reduction in required time to close. · Accounting Operations: Manage global day-to-day accounting functions to ensure efficient and accurate transaction processing. Review and assess team organization structure and design; implement global shared services function covering general accounting, accounts payable, customer invoicing, and accounts receivable. · Internal Controls & Compliance: Develop, document, and enforce accounting and internal control policies and procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting and safeguard company assets, minimize risk, and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. · Audits: Coordinate and manage annual external financial audits, serving as the primary liaison with auditors. · Taxes: Oversee the preparation of all tax returns and ensure compliance with corporate income tax regulations. · Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting staff, fostering a collaborative, productive, and high-integrity work environment. · System Management: Evaluate, implement, and maintain financial accounting software and ERP systems to optimize financial processes and automation. · Financial Analysis: Conduct detailed financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities for cost reduction, and areas for operational improvement, providing data-driven recommendations to the leadership team. Qualifications and Experience • Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA certification required. • Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role. • Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls. Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential; experience with systems integration and upgrades is desirable. Experience with mergers and acquisitions is desirable. • Core Skills: Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Why Join Us? We offer more than a job-we offer a career path. You'll join a collaborative team that values precision, innovation, and customer success. Expect a dynamic work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real impact on global operations. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, and delivering excellence for our clients Benefits: Eligibility to enroll in the health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision) 30 days after your date of hire. - 401k / retirement plan, with company match of 50% up to 10% - Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection available for enrollment E-Verify Notice: We participate in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. All new hires will be required to complete the E-Verify process as part of onboarding.