Accounting Director

About the jobBrian Associates is looking for an experienced Accounting Director to support the financial performance of several startup clients within the consumer product market. In collaboration with senior leadership and the Brian Associates team, you will work as a business partner with client leadership teams to support their financial planning and business strategy, as well as ensure that core accounting functions are successfully developed and executed on.About Brian & AssociatesBrian & Associates is a boutique accounting consulting firm that partners with early stage startups, with a focus on e-commerce and venture-backed consumer product goods. Our mission is to help our clients navigate their financial challenges and support their broader operations throughout their startup journey. Brian & Associates’ model is based on deep, meaningful relationships and long-term partnerships with client teams; we roll up our sleeves to work alongside our clients, and act as trusted advisors, not just service providers.Your RoleSupport financial planning and business strategy with insightful analysis of key financial performance trends and operating data, and providing timely, clear communication with client leadership teamsOversee execution on all day-to-day, month-end, and year-end accounting functions, including accounts payable and receivable, bank, payroll, account reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledgerPrepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for client leadership review and discussionMaintain capitalization tables and oversee equity plan transactionsImplement and model best practices in all areas of the accounting and financial process in accordance with GAAPOversee and coordinate with external partners on insurance, audits, tax functions, and due-diligence activities with investorsMonitor contractual relations for compatibility with financial projections and financial complianceGuide clients through selection and implementation of enterprise solutions that support the long-term growth of the company, and oversee integrations between systemsMentor junior colleagues through successfully addressing financial and client relationship challengesYou ShouldHave excellent analytical, problem solving, and problem & trend identification skillsBe extremely well organized, with attention to accuracy and detailDemonstrate excellent judgment and independence in prioritizing competing deadlines and client needs Effectively communicate and present complex financial concepts for an audience of varying financial understandingWrite and develop concise and educational financial reports and presentations to support business decision makingHave experience working with a range of industries and businesses on a wide variety of financial and accounting tasksYour Qualifications7+ years of relevant accounting and finance experience; 3+ years of audit experienceBachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting or professional certifications (e.g. CMA or CPA) preferred but not requiredSignificant experience with inventory accounting, preferably within consumer product goods; retail experience is a plusExperience as a consultant or business partner regularly interfacing with senior leadership and external stakeholdersExperience managing and mentoring junior accounting team membersExperience developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and controlsExperience with Quickbooks and enterprise finance systems, including implementation and maintenance of such systems to meet changing business needsUnderstanding of equity management and VC funding; 409a valuations a plusBenefits and CultureBrian & Associates is a small, remote-first firm. Because we are a small team, there is ample opportunity for rapid and significant growth in this role, working closely with the senior management team to take on additional responsibilities within the firm and for our clients. Our business has grown rapidly, and we are actively working to build a collaborative and kind company culture through weekly team activities; every team member has a chance to contribute to the company we become!Our values are:Be kind and empathetic: develop empathy for othersForm deep, meaningful connections whenever possible; we are not transactionalBe a trusted advisor to clients, don’t just be a service providerValue all work: nothing is beneath us, help whenever we canWork smart and work hardOur benefits package includes:Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance that is fully subsidized for you and your spousea 401(k) with an 100% match on the first 5%11 company holidays15 days of additional paid time offYear-end bonus plan