ASTOUND Group · 4 months ago
Head of Financial Control
Astound Group LLC is a global experiential powerhouse specializing in brand experiences, sports experiences, and immersive entertainment. They are seeking a Head of Financial Control to manage and oversee all operating functions of the business unit, including project costs, cash management, and financial reporting, while partnering with management to achieve profitability targets.
Event ManagementIndustrial DesignMarketingMechanical DesignProject ManagementTrade Shows
Responsibilities
Performs project monitoring and data collection to determine profitability and whether a project is progressing according to budget. This includes conducting project audits, managing project schedules, and overseeing regulatory compliance issues
Oversees project revenues and expenditures to verify that projects are completed on time and within budgetary guidelines
Works closely with Facility management to ensure that all budgeting, expense tracking, and monthly reporting are performed regularly
Managed cost capitalization and revenue recognition for the facility
Oversees project billing and collections, verifies and reviews contract documentation
Monitors progress of all projects to ensure that it is working within the confines of set deadlines and budget limitations and generate progress reports to managers
Directs and assists the company in attaining established financial goals
Monitor Project Activities, oversee budgeting and scheduling, generate periodic reports and reviews with management
Monitor the overall financial health using established metrics, project status, analyzes labor expenses, allocation of labor and material, variances, and degree of completion
Prepare project profitability analysis, consolidates project information, and prepare financial statements promptly
Manages cost accounting, budgetary, and data processing functions using established policies and procedures
Check expenditure requests against approved budgets. Performs ROI and DCF analysis
Obtain, analyze, and consolidate required accounting information; prepare project reports, statements, and financial recommendations
Ensure effective accounting, financial forecasting, analysis, financial systems, cash flow, and compliance
Develop policies and supervise the control of cash, accounts receivable credits and collections, and accounts payable
Maintain constant awareness of the project level and the company’s financial position and act proactively to prevent problems
Ensure adherence to GAAP
Assist in establishing short and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures
Facilitates implementation of new systems and major modifications of existing systems to reduce downtime
Complete special projects as required for the Finance department
Ability to recognize which areas of project development need to be re-addressed to maintain efficiency and cost control
Present ideas to project managers and assume the responsibility of implementing and managing these changes in the project management cycle
Qualification
Required
4-year college degree in accounting, from an accredited institution, and/or equivalent work experience in a similar role
5 years prior experience in Project Accounting, Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Fixed Asset Accounting
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and project cost management applications
Experience working with ERP implementation and roll-out
Excellent communication skills (i.e., oral and written)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
Preferred
MBA a plus
Certified Public Accountant a plus!
Previous experience leading in relevant industries (brand/experiential, construction, agency) is a plus!
Experience with project costing and project management is a plus
Benefits
Excellent Medical Insurance
Excellent Dental Insurance
Excellent Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay
401K matching program after 90 days of employment
100% Company Life and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Employee Referral Program
Company
ASTOUND Group
ASTOUND specializes in the design and execution of memorable experiences for companies to share with their customers.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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