Overview:Leads the day-to-day accounting function, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, related to general ledger, receivables, payables, payroll and financial reporting. Manages the firm's resources (people, processes and tools) and assignments with proficiency, fluency and aptitude. Leads assignments within the Accounting team and provides guidance and consults as an accounting representative in cross functional projects. Teaches and mentors staff and effectively embodies and expresses the firm's values and mission.
Responsibilities:- Leads and manages the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
- Reviews and approves journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Prepares and reviews consolidated financial statements, management reports, and financial analyses
- Oversees balance sheet reconciliations and ensures timely resolution of reconciling items
- Analyzes revenue, expenses, profitability, and key financial metrics to support management decision-making
- Ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies
- Supports the preparation of external financial statements, disclosures, and audit schedules
- Manages daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets
- Designs, implements, and monitors internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial reporting integrity
- Evaluates accounting processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and scalability
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, local, and international financial reporting requirements
- Leads, mentors, and develops accounting staff through coaching, performance management, and career development planning
- Fosters a collaborative, high-performance team environment focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth
- Provides guidance and technical accounting support to team members and cross-functional partners
- Coordinates annual audits and ensures timely completion of audit requests
- Ensures compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
- Leads special projects, process improvement efforts, and ad hoc financial analyses
- Provides actionable financial insights to improve operational and financial performance
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- CPA license preferred
- Typically with 10+ years of experience
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook and Word
- Experience in Deltek Vision preferred
- Experience with financial reporting including footnotes
- Advanced knowledge of accounting, GAAP principles and data analytics
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff
- Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality, accurate results
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
- Ability to hold sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality and integrity
- Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
- Ability to manage team with diplomatic leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external
- Ability to problem solve and apply appropriate solutions
- Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment, and ability to work independently and prioritize work
- Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
- Travel may be required
If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the
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