Director, Fp&a and Accounting - Los Angeles, United States - Congruent

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Los Angeles, United States

3 weeks ago

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Description
Parallel Systems is a Series A startup company developing the future of intermodal transportation. Our mission is to decarbonize freight while improving supply chain logistics and safety. We are developing vehicles and software to create new autonomous and electric transportation systems for existing rail infrastructure.

At Parallel Systems, we value the team as much as the mission. We want to work with talented people who are humble, motivated, and persistent. Our most successful team members are self-starters and collaborate with others to reach our collective goals.


Responsibilities

  • Coordinate month, quarter, and yearend closing processes, including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting efforts.
  • Coordinate and oversee the annual external audit process, including the preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries as needed.
  • Establish and maintain internal control procedures to safeguard company assets, ensure the accuracy of financial records, and comply with regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements at the federal, state, and local levels.
  • Collaborate on cost/inventory accounting functions as needed.
  • Support financial planning process through strategic plan, financial plan, and quarterly forecast processes.
  • Deliver presentations that tell the story; summarize key insights for leaders.
  • Evaluate financial results to analyze the financial impact of operating results, highlighting risks and opportunities as well as providing strategic and tactical recommendations to leaders.
  • Oversee insurance and risk management.
  • Hire, train, and retain finance staff.

Basic Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience as Director of Finance.
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
  • Indepth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices.
  • Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting.
  • Proficient in MS Office and financial management software.
  • An analytical mind with a strategic ability.
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • BSc/BA in accounting, finance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prepare documentation required for financial assistance awards (grants and cooperative agreements).
  • Interacting with highlevel contacts such as Program Directors concerning grant and cooperative agreements.
  • Experience working with BPO for finance and accounting support
  • CPA or MBA

$150,000/year to $170,000/year + equity + benefits
- $150,000—$170,000 USD

  • Parallel Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any discriminatory factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We work to build an inclusive environment in which all people can come to do their best work._
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