Employment Type:

Full

Compensation Range:

0

Description

IMS Technology Services, LLC is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Accounting Manager for supporting the creation of a scalable, best-in-class finance and accounting department. Reporting to the CFO, this role has significant opportunity for growth in this dynamic, mid-market, PE-backed organization. You will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting needs of the leading provider of event staging, systems integration, and managed service solutions. This full-time position is critical in shaping the company’s financial strategy and driving operational excellence. This position is expected to work from our Garnet Valley HQ 5 days a week.

Position Accountabilities and Expectations

Financial Reporting

• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP
• Ensure timely and accurate close of monthly financials
• Assist in the preparation of the monthly reporting package to private equity sponsor
• Reconcile complex accounts, including revenue recognition and deferred revenue, within construction-based accounting percent of completion (POC) method

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Assist in the compilation of data and preparation of supporting schedules/analyses for the company’s annual budget and monthly forecasts
• Work closely with FP&A to ensure that financial data is accurately reflected in forecasts

Audit and Compliance

• Coordinate with external auditors for the annual financial statement audit, ensuring that all requests are met timely and accurately
• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation and financial analyses as required
• Implement, maintain and monitor internal controls over financial reporting, particularly around POC, revenue recognition and expense management

Process Improvements and Optimization

• Drive process improvements to streamline the month-end close process, including automation of manual tasks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help refine accounting workflows for new products and services

Tax Compliance

• Ensure compliance with multi-state tax requirements
• Manage state sales tax filings and related reporting through an integration with Avalara

Collaboration and Communication

• Provide support and guidance on day-to-day accounting issues and challenges
• Collaborate with project managers in reviewing job costing for various projects and operational activities
• Collaborate with other relevant departments, to ensure accounting considerations are integrated into business decisions
• Other duties and responsibilities as needed

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• A minimum of 6 years of progressive accounting experience
• Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, such as QuickBooks (Desktop Version) and/or other Cloud-based ERPs
• Thorough understanding of basic accounting processes
• Excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative approach to teams
• High sense of urgency and demonstrated ability to operate in a demanding environment
• A proactive, self-directed approach with the ability to multi-task, think creatively, and learn quickly
• An ability to influence, lead and manage projects efficiently and effectively across functions and meet deadlines

What will make you stand out:

• CPA certification
• Big 4 public accounting experience
• Familiarity with ERP systems, Quickbooks Desktop in particular, and an ability to leverage data analytics and/or financial technology tools to improve forecasting, reporting and decision-making processes