Finance Manager

Redblue has been serving the Carolinas since 1993, specializing in providing top-quality HVAC and energy solutions to commercial and industrial facilities. With a commitment to client satisfaction, employee well-being, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance. At Redblue, we prioritize our technicians, offering them the best equipment and opportunities to excel in their careers. Position Overview: As the Finance Manager, you will be a critical leader helping to build a highly scalable, best-in-class accounting department. You will help build and oversee the day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring an adequate control environment. This is an opportunity for someone who can marry strong accounting skills, business acumen and strategic thinking to take on a leadership role at a high-growth business, backed by a well-known financial sponsor. Key Responsibilities: Working directly with the regional VP of finance, you will play a key role in executing financial and accounting operations. Job responsibilities include: Manage the reporting of accurate financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Manage and/or perform all aspects of the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries, and reconciliation schedules, and ensuring the general ledger is complete, materially accurate, and closed timely and in accordance with internal and external reporting requirements. Proactively seek opportunities to improve planning and reporting processes Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting department. Oversee and manage the billing and collection function, making sure customers are billed timely with collections being made in accordance with credit terms. Oversee and manage the accounts payable function, making sure vendor invoices are processed in a timely manner in the correct accounting period and paid on time. Oversee and manage the treasury functions. Oversee and manage the payroll function for both salaried and hourly technician employees. Cash flow forecasting. Manage the revenue recognition, making sure revenues are recognized in accordance with US GAAP (the company employs the percentage of completion method for project revenues, Time and material revenues are recognized as control passes to the customer). Direct all aspects of accounting & finance operations, overseeing all transactions related to the general ledger. Collaborate on operational issues with managers in different departments at the company. Assist with requests for financial information that come from the parent company. Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures while preparing company to scale for growth. Build and foster strong cross-functional relationships across the business. Help the company leadership understand how all the pieces of the puzzle fit together and drive performance. Lead core financial processes including annual budgets, and periodic forecasts. Provide the management team with information and insights vital to the decision-making process Model the highest ethical standards and behaviors as a leader in the organization. Candidate Attributes This is a collection of skills that we believe would make someone successful in this role. Must Have: Bachelor's degree in accounting 3+ years in public accounting 3+ years in industry 2+ years of managerial experience (managing staff that report to you) Proven experience managing a general ledger of a company and running a month-end close process from start to finish Experience with percentage of completion accounting Excellent knowledge of invoicing, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions Good understanding of US GAAP Strong ability to communicate accounting and financial information into common language Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail and teamwork Strong analytical and problem-solving skills A positive and resourceful can-do attitude What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits. Comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities. Supportive team environment. Health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid time off and holidays. Redblue is committed to equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Created: 2024-11-05