Vice President of Accounting

As a key member of the Leadership Team, the Vice President of Accounting provides leadership and managerial oversight of the accounting functions. The VPA directs the overall company accounting practices including but not limited to treasury, budget, tax and audit activities. Along with ensuring timely financial and statistical reports for management and/or Board use. Develops and implements strategic direction of the accounting department and cross-functional processes. Calamar is looking for fifteen (15) years relevant experience. A CPA or CMA is required. This is position is located at our corporate office 15 minutes away from Niagara Falls in North Tonawanda, NY.

Key Responsibilities that lead to achievement of the position are:

• Establish and implement department goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Coordinate the preparation of financial statements, financial reports, special analyses, and information reports.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations/rules for budgetary and tax reporting.
• Oversee depreciation, amortization and cash flow schedule and cash flow management.
• Review monthly and quarterly financial reports for accuracy and completeness. Present to senior management.
• Ability to play a critical role in creating long-term business plans and operational budgets.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations/rules for budgetary and tax reporting.

Education, Certifications & Minimum Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• 15 years accounting experience; 7-10 years at a managerial/executive level with private sector experience.
• Exposure to Timberline and Computer Ease preferred.
• Experience developing and implementing a strategic plan.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Personal Characteristics: Organized, team player, strong attention to detail, time management skills.

Calamar offers an extremely competitive benefits package complete with health care, vision, dental, 401k, PTO and Holidays. We look forward to sharing all of this with you!

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• relevant: 1 year (Preferred)
• Accounting: 10 years (Preferred)

License:

• CPA (Required)