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Description

*“We Push the Boundaries of Possibilities for our Communities.” *

Overview of the Position Responsibilities:

Our Accounting Director will have a broad range of duties including day-to-day oversight of the accounting department. Duties include aiding in evaluation of and maintaining appropriate financial controls, systems, and reporting; providing strategic input in support of financial objectives; mentoring and management of accounting team and with drafting of monthly financial reporting package. The ideal candidate will exhibit a curious attitude with an eye towards best practices and process improvement.

Be part of our innovation- building and delivering a fiber-rich internet connection to people’s doorsteps. 

What You Will Do:

• Overall ownership of monthly financials statements including preparation of cash flow. Prepare additional quarterly and annual packages to support additional reporting needs.

• Strong attention to detail and understanding and monitoring all balance sheet accounts through review of monthly reconciliations.

• Oversee all aspects of accounts payable processing.

• Lead the team in a prompt and efficient monthly close process.

• Develop new processes and enhance existing processes by utilizing experience and best practices.

• Manage the accounting team of 4 staff in the accounting function by training, supervising, mentoring, and providing growth opportunities.

• Monitor trends and lead monthly flux analysis of balance sheet and income statement versus trend and budget. Lead the team in identifying and researching variances.

• Responsible for fixed asset reporting, including coordination with multiple functional teams to ensure accurate fixed asset records and construction in process tracking.

• Understanding of complex accounting concepts (i.e., ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 350). Ability to research guidance, articulate impacts, document positions and develop processes to ensure compliance.

• Understanding of processes and controls through various stages of growth and ability to identify and implement as necessary.

• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of corporate financial reporting including internal and external financial reports, annual audits, technical memos, and various other stakeholder reporting requirements

• Establish and maintain systems and controls that verify the integrity of all systems, processes, and data and enhance the company’s value.

• Manage relationship with external auditors and own audit process including the preparation and review of all schedules and requests.

• Strong ability to forge relationships with finance and other business partners and across all levels of management. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

• Assists with any ad hoc projects as assigned, such as research, reporting, and system implementations, projects, etc.

• Advise management on the accounting implications of certain transactions, budget variances/trends, and on issues related to risk management, expense control, operational improvement, and financial strategy.

• Collaborate with management on establishing corporate objectives, plans, and forecasts; and developing and implementing corporate financial strategies.

• Proactively identify areas of improvement and lead initiatives to recommend and implement change.

• Work across internal departments to maintain credibility, trust, and support of employees and other stakeholders. Ability to work with all levels. Ability to gain trust and influence.

• Other related duties as assigned.

*What You Will Need: *

• BS in Accounting or Finance required.

• Licensed CPA required.

• MBA/MS preferred.

• Public accounting experience preferred.

• 10+ years of growing responsibility experience in accounting/finance roles.

• Comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP and complex accounting issues.

• Proficiency in ERP systems (Great Plains, Microsoft Dynamics, Netsuite or similar ERP).

• Knowledge of Coupa or similar procurement systems.

• Experience conducting internal & external audits.

• Effective time management with the ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines. 

• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance. 

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

• Strong analytical, written, verbal and presentation skills, including the ability to articulate ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively. 

• Upon job offer, must be able to pass a background check and a drug test prior to employment.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.  

• Required to use close vision and be able to focus.  

• Required to lift up to 5lbs at a given time.   

Salary Range: $127,000- $165,000

Why Work at Bluepeak?

• Competitive Compensation + Annual Bonus Eligibility

• Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and 401(k)

• Generous Vacation and Paid Sick Time + Paid Holidays and Personal Days

• Professional Development with an Emphasis on Internal Promotion

• Employee Discounts on Bluepeak Services, Including Internet

• Progressive and inclusive work culture in which our team has the flexibility, support, and resources to be successful in their careers!   

About Us

We believe that the size of the city shouldn’t determine the quality of the technology. That’s why we are building for you: Faster, more reliable, and without the things that get in the way of great service—like red tape, hidden fees, and slow response times. And with up to 5 gigabits of speed for residential customers and 10 gigabits for businesses, we are whole new ballgame- from internet to TV, to connecting every device in your home, to powering your business, we’re not only providing the best fiber connections in your community, but we’re also meeting the growing needs for how you live.

Bluepeak provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)