Chief Accounting Officer

2 weeks ago

Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States Good Roots Full time

About Good Roots

Good Roots is dedicated to enhancing the profitability and sustainability of agricultural and food enterprises. We collaborate with numerous businesses across the nation to foster a food system that prioritizes health, environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and community resilience.

As we continue to expand our influence in the agricultural sector, we are looking to significantly grow our team. If you are interested in a fulfilling career in professional services and are passionate about supporting farm and food businesses, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Benefits for All Full-Time Positions:
*Flexible scheduling, all work is remote*Health, Vision & Dental*401k with company match*Life Insurance
*Paid personal time off, observance of paid federal holidays and paid winter break
*Time and expenses covered for professional development*Monthly stipend for office expenses
*Bi-annual performance-based bonuses*Employee ownership after 4,000 hours more, apply to learn.

About the Role

  • This is a remote full-time leadership position that combines managerial oversight with hands-on responsibilities within our Accounting Practice Area. As the Director of Accounting Services, you will guide a talented team of bookkeepers and financial controllers in delivering essential accounting services to our agricultural and food clients. You will also engage directly with clients to provide fractional controller services. As the practice area manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of this expanding practice area and collaborating with our other divisions (consulting and marketing) and operations team.
  • Limited travel required (2-4 times/year) for team retreats, client visits, and conferences.

What You'll Do

  • Practice Area Management:
    • First 30 Days: Integrate with the team, understand Good Roots' managerial accounting approach and values, and begin to take on existing client projects.
    • Days 31 to 60: Start managing practice area members' daily workflow and professional development, contribute to strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and new project scoping.
    • Days 61 to 90: Fully lead the accounting team, support the hiring and training of new team members, oversee the practice area budget, and contribute to service innovation and quality control.
  • Fractional Controller Responsibilities:
    • Implement existing financial management structures to provide solid foundations for our clients.
    • Conduct monthly accounting reviews to ensure bookkeeping accuracy.
    • Analyze monthly financial reports and hold regular accountability meetings with clients to help them interpret their numbers.
    • Develop and oversee financial controls and accounting processes to enhance financial clarity and performance.
    • Collaborate with clients to establish financial management priorities.
    • Work with clients' bookkeepers on accounting system improvement projects such as accrual accounting practices, accounting workflows for sales/operations, inventory accounting, margin analysis, labor tracking, etc.
    • Prepare and present detailed financial reports for various stakeholders.
    • Educate and train clients on financial systems and business processes via virtual platforms.
    • Set up and maintain a rolling cash flow tool and conduct accountability meetings.
    • Collaborate with our Business Consultants on projects to provide:
      • Bookkeeping support for consulting projects.
      • Advanced analyses of accounting-related subjects.
      • Development and implementation of complex accounting processes.
    • Provide accounting expertise to nonprofit clients, including:
      • Expense tracking by fund source/donor, program, and restrictions.
      • Grant tracking and reporting, including payroll allocations, program activities, and available fund balances.
      • Coaching nonprofit clients on managing budgets and grant funds.
      • Collaborating on grant writing regarding the financial implications of grant applications.

Who You Are

  • Proven senior-level experience in accounting: Principles, theory, and application. Specific expertise in QuickBooks Online.
    • Minimum of three years of QuickBooks experience, QBO ProAdvisor certification preferred (required post-hire).
  • Tech Savvy: Highly proficient in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Zoom, Slack, and project management software.
  • Process Improvement: Strong ability to learn from, follow, and develop written procedures for internal work and as resources for clients.
  • Analytical: Fearlessly determined to dig into clients' books, determine the appropriate courses of action in collaboration with team members, and educate clients on better processes appropriate for their level of understanding.
  • Project Management: Capable of efficiently and decisively managing a multitude of client projects, team needs, and competing priorities.
  • Project Design: Skilled in matching services to clients' needs and skills while supporting their continuous improvement and empowerment.
  • Management Functions: Well-versed in all core areas of management, including planning, organizing, staffing, accountability, and leadership.
  • Emotionally Intelligent: Exemplary skills related to self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience in the farming and agriculture industry.
  • Experience leading the growth of an accounting firm or practice within a larger firm.
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Firm understanding of GAAP; CPA preferred.
  • Nonprofit controllership experience.
  • Understanding of nationwide sales tax and payroll processes.

The pay range for this role is:
86,270 USD per year (Remote - United States)

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