At Solutions360, we’re actively seeking an adaptable and forward-thinking Financial Accounting Analyst to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will report to the VP of Professional Services/Consulting and will play a pivotal role in our clients’ financial success, reporting and managerial decision-making discipline, and overall customer satisfaction.
In this role, you’ll have the responsibility to chart our clients’ path to improved business outcomes through providing consulting and accounting guidance that enables them to make better business decisions. Both for new Solutions360 customers making the transition to a new accounting system (Q360) and methods; and existing Solutions360 customers who are growing and adopting new business processes. This role calls for a high degree of cognitive empathy in working across executive functions. You’ll equip them with the knowledge, tools, and processes they need for success while understanding and addressing the challenges they face during the change experienced in moving to a new ERP system or adopting new business methods. We’re seeking an individual with a diverse range of experiences and skills that can extend beyond traditional accounting roles into more of a consultative role. If you’re seeking a change and are keen to apply your expertise in a wide context, we can’t wait to meet you!
Responsibilities:
- Consult directly with clients to solve complex accounting and financial issues, especially as it relates to project accounting and percent of completion revenue recognition.
- Collaborate with our team of Accounting Analysts, Project Managers, Developers, and Consultants to understand and support our clients’ financial processes using Q360.
- Assess clients’ current financial systems, facilitate their transition to Q360, and provide necessary training.
- For existing customers, conduct accounting / financial assessment and provide business recommendations for improved business outcomes.
- Ensure accounting data compliance and readiness.
- Deliver quality assurance for accounting practices within Q360.
- Consult on the best practices of developing client-facing financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, etc.) based on industry best practices and tailored to their business structure (companies, branches, departments, locations, sale types, etc.).
- Facilitate end-of-month and year-end accounting and closing procedures.
- Provide guidance on best practices of managerial and financial reporting.
- Aid in structuring Executive management agendas/reports with regard to project / managerial/financial views
Qualifications:
- Broad-based accounting experience with a minimum of 3 years in roles such as Audit, Corporate Finance or Financial Planning/Strategy.
- Experience in job costing, percentage of completion revenue recognition, and financial planning and analysis is required.
- CGA/CPA/CMA designation or equivalent auditing experience, preferably with at least 3 years auditing small businesses.
- Industry experience in Technology Integrators, Construction, Electrical, AV, and/or Manufacturing is preferred.
- Proficiency in Accounting software, including QuickBooks, with the ability to quickly adapt to and teach Q360.
- Been involved in and/or familiar with ERP Systems implementations (SAP, NetSuite, MS Dynamics, etc.)
- Strong business analysis skills and a firm understanding of financial accounting principles (assets vs expenses, trial balances, etc.)
- Solid understanding of industry rules, regulations, and compliance (GAAP).
- Proficiency in MS programs – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
How to Apply
- Write an original and personal (both to you and to Solutions360) Cover-Letter (less than 1 page) or, record a personal Cover-Video (well under 2 mins please) or both! Send to the Attention of Laura Dempsey (HR Director), including your resume of course.
- We will only see your application if it follows the above instructions. We will only reply if you are moving forward. We feel this gives the applicants who really want to be here at Solutions360 specifically, a better chance of being seen.
Good Luck! We are looking forward to meeting you!
