Associate Vice President Accounting

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Associate Vice President Accounting
Huntersville, NC 28078, USA
Req #299
Friday, February 18, 2022
Crothall Laundry Services is a leader in hospital and hospitalitylaundry processingservices aroundthe country. Our focus is on service, quality and safety whichenableour clients to provideessential services to their patientsand guests. The Company operates across 20 states and is a portfolio company of H.I.G. Capital, based in Miami, FL.
Job Summary:
The Associate Vice President Accounting will direct and manage the organizations accounts payable/receivable and payroll accounting functions. They will have responsibility ensuring accurate and timely payments of vendor invoices, union health and welfare and cash application of receivables, maintaining accurate records and control reports.
The AVP will manage the organizations accounting activities to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, corporate policies, external audits and support the closing of accounts and preparation of reports in support of the monthly and annual financial statements.
The ideal candidate possesses leadership capabilities, field accounting operational experience and technical accounting background and works proactively to drive results. This person is a self-starter, flexible, has a high level of integrity and is action and goal-oriented in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities:
Support the monthly financial close process, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded, reviewing journal entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparation.
Participate in the ongoing development/establishment of accounting policies and procedures and operational strategies including the review and implementation of process and system changes.
Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices.
Collaborate with external auditors to ensure successful audit results and compliance
Interacts at all levels and with budget owners or other stakeholders to produce timely, efficient and accurate month-end close and all internal management and financial reporting.
Make recommendations for changes as needed and ensure that company policies and procedures are followed and establishes the proper techniques to discover and prevent fraud.
Assist with compilation of information for preparation of tax returns
Support Audit and Tax to ensure overall coordination of all financial accounting activities.
Actively review and advise on financial/accounting processes
Duties
Oversees reports regarding cash flow; ensures correct payments are made in a timely manner.
Develops guidelines for proper handling and coding of invoices to maintain general ledger expense account and inventory records.
Analyzes monthly union health and welfare payments and unit enrollment and contribution amounts to ensure accurate per the current business CBA.
Analyzes expense reports and other invoices for accuracy and eligibility for payment.
Verifies payments before controller's signature is added by reviewing checks and vouchers.
Ensures proper recordkeeping of purchases for use in tax preparation and periodic audits.
Ensures employer identification numbers or social security numbers have been collected from all vendors for the payables clerk to prepare and submit 1099s.
Completes monthly AR aging and cash reports ( DSO, Sales numbers, Cash numbers, etc.)
Handles all collection agencies and their updates and outcomes
Contacting clients, Unit Managers and others to achieve desired cash and aging goals.
Reviewing monthly statements for all accounts.
Sends invoice copies and other data to accounts via fax, letter and email.
Reviews contracts for payment terms, invoicing terms and accuracy, dates, PO#'s dollars, etc.
Reviews cash postings against AR daily for accuracy.
Management Responsibilities
Interviews prospective employees and chooses the best applicant based on skills, knowledge, and abilities required for the job.
Trains and oversees employees involved in AP/AR functions.
Oversees field operations weekly and monthly customer invoicing
Directs assigned tasks and provides assistance as needed.
Performs performance evaluations and development plans.
Prepares AP/AR staff for daily work
Conducts weekly AP/AR reviews with staff
Required Skills/Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Thorough understanding of accounts payable and receivable functions.
Excellent management/supervisory and analytical skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to motivate staff.
Experience and Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred, with 5 years of hands on operational accounting experience.
Experience should include AP, AR, Union, customer billing,
as well as success with developing and directing a team. Operational
experience in manufacturing or industrial laundry operations preferred.
Crothall Laundry Servicesis an equal opportunity employer. At CLS, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. *Los Angeles applicants: CLS will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance) Associates at CrothallLaundry Services will be compensated commensurate with experience, which includes an attractive base salary and benefits. *Medical *Dental *Vision *Life Insurance/AD *Disability Insurance *Retirement Plan *Paid Time Off *Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) *Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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Job Family
Corporate
Pay Type
Salary
Huntersville, NC 28078, USA
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Category
Treasurers and Controllers
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
5 to 20 years
Job type
Full time
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