Director of Accounting

Americanflat is currently seeking a Director of Accounting to join our remote team. We’re a growing e-commerce company on a mission to redefine how you experience art in your living space. We specialize in producing stylish, affordable, and exclusively curated wall art designed by some of the most impressive contemporary artists of today.

We are proud to be a remote-only and globally dispersed workforce – we have colleagues in more than 25 countries! We offer a collaborative, highly engaged culture where your ideas are welcome and your voice is heard

As the Director of Accounting, you’ll lead Americanflat’s accounting department, overseeing a team of accountants, payroll specialists, and financial managers. Your role involves ensuring the accuracy of financial records, monitoring cash flow, and managing expenses and invoices to facilitate timely and efficient payments and collections.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Oversight: Lead all aspects of financial accounting processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely closure of financial records.
• Financial Statement Preparation: Collaborate in the preparation and consolidation of financial statements, adhering to accounting standards and ensuring accuracy.
• Internal Controls: Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard financial data integrity.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Coordinate and assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial research processes to support strategic decision-making.
• Financial Analysis: Provide insightful monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial analyses, highlighting key performance areas.
• Compliance and Audit Support: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and serve as a liaison to external auditors, facilitating audit processes.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency enhancements within the finance function, implementing best practices.
• Tax Compliance: Assist with various tax compliance matters, including income tax, sales tax, and foreign tax filings.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor a global team encompassing accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general accounting departments, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams on various projects and initiatives as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Graduate's Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, management, or a related field. Master is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles, with at least 4 years in a leadership capacity.
• Inventory management experience, specifically in e-commerce is highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, such as SAP, Netsuite, or Oracle.
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and INDEXMATCH.
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory compliance.
• Availability required from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EDT/EST.

Personal Attributes:

• Adaptable and resourceful, able to navigate ambiguity.
• Strong prioritization and multitasking abilities.
• Creative problem-solver with a proactive approach.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomatic and tactful.
• Self-motivated with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a remote, global environment.

Perks & Benefits

• 100% remote environment
• Attractive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) Match Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off & Wellness Days
• Parental Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Discretionary End-of-Year Bonus

Americanflat is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. The final salary offer may vary based on several factors, including the candidate's specific geographical location and compliance with local salary standards and regulations.