Lead Finance Strategist

2 weeks ago


Atlanta, Georgia, United States CarAdvise Full time

We are in search of a proactive and motivated Senior Financial Operations Manager to join our dynamic team, offering a pathway to advance into a controller role. This position includes a competitive compensation package comprising SALARY + EQUITY + bonuses + benefits.

Why Choose CarAdvise:

At CarAdvise, our mission is to establish ourselves as the most reliable, convenient, and cost-effective resource for vehicle ownership and usage needs for individuals, businesses, and fleets. With a network of over 30,000 national and independent service providers, we are revolutionizing the way drivers across the U.S. manage, approve, and pay for automotive services and solutions directly from their mobile devices. CarAdvise serves as a comprehensive automotive marketplace catering to all vehicle lifecycle requirements – from routine maintenance and repairs to OEM scheduled services, tire solutions, extended vehicle contracts, roadside assistance, glass repair, and top-tier insurance options. Our platform empowers users with unmatched choices and savings, enabling them to select service providers, compare pricing, schedule services, approve transactions, and maintain service history, all from their smartphones. Our users benefit from discounted rates nationwide, trustworthy guidance through our app, impartial technicians, and an enhanced customer experience. We collaborate with prominent brands, including Uber, Instacart, DoorDash, and USAA, among others.

What We Are Seeking:

We are looking for an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and self-motivated problem solver with a proactive mindset, eager to innovate and transform a traditional and often untrusted segment of the automotive industry, ultimately aiming to make CarAdvise a household name. We need a hands-on finance manager with a solid accounting background who thrives in a vibrant and fast-paced environment where each day presents new challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Rhythm

  • Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, including supporting schedules, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
  • Prepare and present comprehensive financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statements) along with variance analysis.
  • Lead financial discussions with leadership during Monthly and Quarterly Business Reviews; provide financial planning and analysis, including preparations for investor and board meetings.
  • Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.

Financial Operations

  • Manage and maintain the Chart of Accounts.
  • Clearly articulate the technical and financial implications of related processes and independently identify and resolve issues, including optimizing existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely vendor payments.
  • Manage payroll processing in collaboration with benefits and compensation teams.
  • Handle sales tax and payroll tax payments and returns.
  • Support contract administration for all vendors and partners, ensuring compliance with mutual obligations.
  • Manage investor-related materials, including the Capitalization Table.
  • Assist with audit and tax preparation, working closely with an external CPA firm.

Governance

  • Prepare and maintain annual filings, registrations, and compliance calendars.
  • Evaluate internal controls, including risk assessments and accounting policies and procedures.
  • Contribute to process improvements, documentation, and various projects.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Technically proficient and a self-starter; adept at utilizing new software.
  • Strong communicator, capable of engaging effectively with non-accounting audiences.
  • A detail-oriented individual with a keen eye for identifying inefficiencies.
  • A proactive innovator who enjoys enhancing existing practices and creating new processes to improve efficiency and build trust with partners and customers.
  • Highly accountable, taking ownership and holding oneself and others responsible.
  • Motivated to advance professionally as we continue to grow and pursue ambitious goals.

Qualifications:

  • A bachelor's degree in accounting is preferred, with a CPA designation being a plus.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in finance and accounting leadership roles, ideally within a technology company or top-tier management consulting firm.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP principles as applied to General Ledger accounting.
  • Proficient in QuickBooks.
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with SQL/Metabase is a plus.
  • A start-up mindset, willing to take initiative and contribute to team success.
  • Experience in financial modeling and data analysis is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

CarAdvise is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, language, ancestry, genetic information, veteran and/or military status, or any other group status protected by federal or local law.



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