Accounting Manager

Be the key in unlocking business opportunities in the convergent world of Open Platform IP Video Management Systems - join Milestone, a global market leader!

We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join our Americas Team. The Accounting Manager will work out of our Americas Headquarters in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Relocation assistance is not available for this position; however, we offer a hybrid work environment and flexible hours. The Accounting Manager will report to the Director of Accounting and Finance, Americas and will manage a seven-person accounting team.

Why Milestone?

Ranked on the 100 Best Companies to work for in Oregon, Milestone not only offers great benefits but also great culture. Employees here have flexible work environments, opportunities for further education, and the ability to directly effect change in our Organization. Additionally, we offer an attractive benefits package that includes medical/dental benefits, FSA, 401k with 6% Safe Harbor employer match, paid parental leave, generous PTO (20 days' vacation, 10 days paid sick time, and 10 company holidays), fully paid Short Term disability policy, fully paid Long Term disability policy, and Life Insurance.

Milestone is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About You

Are you a passionate Accounting Leader? Do you have your CPA and demonstrated experience leading an accounting team? Then our Accounting Manager position could a great fit for you!

To be successful in this position, the Accounting Manager must have at least two years of experience leading a team, a demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, and at least five years of experience in full-cycle accounting at a private company with a history of progressive responsibilities. This position will require global collaboration with the key stakeholders on the Controlling Team and across the organization in several different time zones, therefore a business-partnership attitude, excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as flexibility are of utmost importance.

At Milestone we value an entrepreneurial mindset and foster a culture of trust and autonomy. To thrive in this environment, especially as we have gone hybrid, you must be self-driven and able to work effectively with minimal supervision. We appreciate and value the ability to develop creative solutions to business problems!

As a Milestone Employee, YOU are the key to our success. Come join our dynamic international team and be a part of our rapidly growing, successful business.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching, feedback, and mentorship to the team of Staff and Senior Accountants and an Accounting Intern
• Oversee all key accounting functions in the Americas region – Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Travel & Expense, General Ledger Accounting, Commissions, Payroll & Tax, and Automation and provide leadership and support to the team in these areas
• Support the Global Company Strategy, Americas Expansion Plan, and the Business Support Ambitions through effective goal setting, adaptation to change, alignment with the key stakeholders, and continuous process improvement on the Accounting Team
• Lead the accounting team to produce accurate, complete, and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end General Ledger closes of the US, Mexico, and Brazil entities ensuring compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and local laws and regulations
• Prepare a monthly fluctuations analysis report for the Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts with an investigation and explanation of significant balance variances
• Review General Ledger account reconciliations, journal entries, and reports prepared by the team to support the consolidated financial statements. Build out new reconciliations and implement new processes as the company grows and accounting increases in complexity
• Partner with the Global Controlling, Sales, and IT teams to design and implement an effective revenue recognition process in the Americas region
• Liaise with the third-party service providers in Brazil, Mexico, and Canada to ensure proper accounting processes and controls are implemented and the local accounting and tax standards are appropriately understood and reflected in the entities’ reporting
• In collaboration with the Global Controlling Team, design and implement new accounting policies and processes and document and improve the existing ones to ensure the effective functioning of SOX controls
• Maintain the accounting systems in the region (Microsoft Dynamics, Concur, SharePoint, Bank of America, American Express @Works, etc.) and be the go-to for team’s questions on their use and functions
• Manage special projects for the Controlling Team, including KPI development, process documentation, department goal setting, and team building activities
• Manage the annual audit by providing timely requested materials and support to the external auditors
• Maintain close working relationship with the Global Controlling Team at the headquarters in Denmark
• Other tasks and projects as needed

Your Experience

• Minimum five years of experience in full-cycle accounting at a private company
• Minimum two years of management experience with a focus on employee development
• Deep understanding of GAAP, familiarity with IFRS preferred
• Active CPA license
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, complex calculations and attention to formatting)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to work cross-culturally
• Business partnering and customer service orientation
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, effectively manage up, and lead a team
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics and Microsoft Power Platform preferred
• Ability to perform under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and pivot among various tasks and priorities
• Self-driven and interested in making an impact in a growing organization

Contact and application

Please apply at our website, www.milestonesys.com.

If you have any questions, you are very welcome to contact Cindy Phillips, Recruiter at [email protected]

We are looking forward to receiving your application.

About Milestone

At Milestone, your work goes beyond what the human eye can see. With our unique video technology software, you help people make wiser and more responsible decisions – in and beyond security. Whether you advance our software, inspire to new integrations, or elevate our customers, you are part of a growth company recognized by the industry. We have a unique people first approach to everything we do, and it’s not just empty words. Being part of a fun, friendly, and flexible environment you’ll find, that working here almost feels like home away from home. If you are curious to know more about who we are, we suggest you visit http://milestonesys.com/career

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