Core Responsibilities
Financial Record-Keeping:
Maintaining accurate records of income, expenses, assets, and liabilities.
Financial Reporting:
Preparing and presenting financial statements like balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
Developing, monitoring, and providing forecasts to aid in financial planning and strategic decision-making.
Auditing:
Conducting internal audits to verify financial accuracy, compliance, and identify potential risks or inefficiencies.
Tax Compliance:
Preparing and filing all necessary tax returns and ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal tax laws and regulations.
Accounts Payable and Receivable:
Managing the process of receiving and processing invoices, as well as ensuring timely collection of payments from clients.
Financial Analysis:
Analyzing financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and profit maximization.
Reconciliation:
Reconciling financial accounts and reports to identify and resolve discrepancies and ensure the accuracy of records.
Strategic and Advisory Roles
Strategic Guidance:
Providing insights and recommendations to management on financial actions, cost optimization, and risk mitigation strategies.
Process Improvement:
Reviewing and improving existing accounting procedures for greater accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Consulting and collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to provide financial information and support decision-making.
Essential Skills
Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze complex financial data and identify trends, variances, and opportunities.
Attention to Detail: Meticulous focus on accuracy in financial records and reports.
Communication Skills: Clearly and effectively communicating complex quantitative data and financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.
Computer Proficiency: Strong skills in accounting software, spreadsheets, and other financial tools.
Integrity and Trustworthiness: A commitment to ethical conduct and professional standards.