Director of Accounting
Subsidiary:
Colas Inc.
Colas Inc.
is the corporate office of Colas USA, a materials and heavy highway/infrastructure leader that began operations in 1979 with the acquisition of Barrett Paving Materials.
The headquarters office of Colas Inc.
is located in Morristown, New Jersey, but our employees also work within our eight (8) subsidiary companies operating throughout the United States from New York to Alaska.
Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee.
We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain.
To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit.
The Colas USA Family of Companies is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance.
For information on our international network visit.
Compensation$170,000-$190,000Job SummaryThe Director of Accounting oversees the corporate office accounting department with a focus on ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of consolidated financial statements and reporting.
This includes corporate office general accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable, and establishes and implements strategies for reconciling accounts and reporting financial results.
The Director of Accounting is responsible for the consolidation of the Colas USA financials, for both GAAP and IFRS purposes.
The Director of Accounting will have several direct reports and works to allocate tasks evenly across the team.
They are responsible for driving team performance and getting the most out of individual contributors.
Main ResponsibilitiesEstablishes accounting operational strategies by evaluating trends, establishing critical measurements, determining production, productivity, quality, and customer-service strategies, designing systems, accumulating resources, resolving problems, and implementing change, ensuring compliance with GAAP and IFRS.
Directs the maintenance of the organization's general ledger and oversees monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close and consolidated financial reporting, including coordinating with internal and external auditors.
Provides financial information by coordinating with FP&A Department to support budget/forecast preparation, collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial information, and advising departments on the collection and analysis of data.
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.
Contributes to strategic planning, direction, and goal setting for the department or function in collaboration with senior management.
Establishes departmental policies, practices, and procedures that have a significant impact on the organizationOversee Lease management process by collaborating with Equipment, Procurement and local finance teams.
Ensure accuracy and timely delivery of reporting package to Headquarter Finance Department.
Oversee internal control practices and compliance reporting.
Investigates potential financial frauds.
SkillsMinimum 10 years of relevant accounting experience, including some prior management experienceThorough knowledge of U.
S.
GAAP and IFRSPrior experience in the construction industry is a plusExcellent verbal and written communication abilities across all level of an organizationStrong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving resultsKnowledge of employee relationship building and performance management techniques, with the ability to teach and grow others within the organizationExcellent attention to detailsStrong Analytical skills, including accounting and mathematical skillsAbility to set and meet deadlinesExperience with State, Federal, Property, and Sales Tax lawsAbility to identify and seek needed information/research skillsProficient in Microsoft Office specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel EducationBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related field required; Master's degree preferred.
CPA, CMA or CCIFP certification a plus, but not required.
Valid Drivers' License and ability to maintain a clean driving record.
Colas Inc.
and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:
to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying complete any part of the application processaccess or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applyingPlease contact Colas Inc.
at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.
com.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Colas Inc.
Colas Inc.
is the corporate office of Colas USA, a materials and heavy highway/infrastructure leader that began operations in 1979 with the acquisition of Barrett Paving Materials.
The headquarters office of Colas Inc.
is located in Morristown, New Jersey, but our employees also work within our eight (8) subsidiary companies operating throughout the United States from New York to Alaska.
Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee.
We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain.
To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit.
The Colas USA Family of Companies is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance.
For information on our international network visit.
Compensation$170,000-$190,000Job SummaryThe Director of Accounting oversees the corporate office accounting department with a focus on ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of consolidated financial statements and reporting.
This includes corporate office general accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable, and establishes and implements strategies for reconciling accounts and reporting financial results.
The Director of Accounting is responsible for the consolidation of the Colas USA financials, for both GAAP and IFRS purposes.
The Director of Accounting will have several direct reports and works to allocate tasks evenly across the team.
They are responsible for driving team performance and getting the most out of individual contributors.
Main ResponsibilitiesEstablishes accounting operational strategies by evaluating trends, establishing critical measurements, determining production, productivity, quality, and customer-service strategies, designing systems, accumulating resources, resolving problems, and implementing change, ensuring compliance with GAAP and IFRS.
Directs the maintenance of the organization's general ledger and oversees monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close and consolidated financial reporting, including coordinating with internal and external auditors.
Provides financial information by coordinating with FP&A Department to support budget/forecast preparation, collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial information, and advising departments on the collection and analysis of data.
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.
Contributes to strategic planning, direction, and goal setting for the department or function in collaboration with senior management.
Establishes departmental policies, practices, and procedures that have a significant impact on the organizationOversee Lease management process by collaborating with Equipment, Procurement and local finance teams.
Ensure accuracy and timely delivery of reporting package to Headquarter Finance Department.
Oversee internal control practices and compliance reporting.
Investigates potential financial frauds.
SkillsMinimum 10 years of relevant accounting experience, including some prior management experienceThorough knowledge of U.
S.
GAAP and IFRSPrior experience in the construction industry is a plusExcellent verbal and written communication abilities across all level of an organizationStrong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving resultsKnowledge of employee relationship building and performance management techniques, with the ability to teach and grow others within the organizationExcellent attention to detailsStrong Analytical skills, including accounting and mathematical skillsAbility to set and meet deadlinesExperience with State, Federal, Property, and Sales Tax lawsAbility to identify and seek needed information/research skillsProficient in Microsoft Office specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel EducationBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related field required; Master's degree preferred.
CPA, CMA or CCIFP certification a plus, but not required.
Valid Drivers' License and ability to maintain a clean driving record.
Colas Inc.
and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:
to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying complete any part of the application processaccess or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applyingPlease contact Colas Inc.
at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.
com.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
|
|
 | |
