Director of Finance & Accounting (NYC)
New York
Finance /
Full-Time /
Hybrid
About RealSelf:
For two decades, RealSelf has been the trusted authority in the aesthetics space. Now, we're evolving into a dynamic digital ecosystem that puts consumers at the center of their aesthetic journey. As the only destination combining verified patient experiences, board-certified expert guidance, and cutting-edge technology, RealSelf empowers millions to make confident, informed decisions about their aesthetic goals.
Role Overview:
The Director of Finance & Accounting position is responsible for financial planning & analysis and accounting; ensuring that budgets are set appropriately, the books are closed in a timely manner, that the financial statements are materially correct, and that internal controls are sufficient.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the primary finance partner and provide strategic and action-oriented financial guidance and analysis by leading financial forecasting, reporting and analysis processes.
- Responsible for revenue modeling and reporting, raising opportunities and/or risks to management and providing recommendations to address.
- Work closely with the CFO on quarterly Board related materials.
- Lead, manage, and develop a team of accounting professionals.
- Oversee monthly close process ensuring that the necessary journal entries are booked, accounts are reconciled, analytical and quantitative reviews of the financials are performed, and monthly financial reports are produced.
- Direct consolidation activities of subsidiaries including necessary GAAP adjustments.
- Lead annual financial statement audit process by managing timeline, deliverables, and other requirements across multiple teams.
- Manage accounting systems, tools including design review, improvements, and implementation as applicable.
- Collaborate with managers across the organization to ensure transactions are understood and recorded appropriately and to drive financial operations accountability.
- Assess, design, and implement accounting policies and procedures with regular reviews for compliance and updates.
- Manage Revenue, Payroll, Billing/AR, AP, & tax processes with supporting staff.
- Proactively identify and implement process improvements leading to best practice operations.
- Perform ad hoc analysis projects and other duties as required.
Requirements:
- You are located in New York City.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or equivalent.
- CPA is a plus.
- 6+ years of finance and accounting work experience.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Advanced Excel/spreadsheet and financial modeling skills.
- Great organizational and multitasking skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Can deal with ambiguity and change in a high-growth environment.
- Experience with various financial systems and BI tools a plus.
Perks & Benefits:
- You’ll work alongside our inspiring world-class team to create content and build products that connect and empower millions of people around the world, wherever they may be on their aesthetics journey.
- Health benefits: We offer comprehensive employee benefits for medical, dental and vision 100% paid for by RealSelf.
- Work-life balance: Enjoy paid time off, including no work on your birthday and Summer Fridays, as well as generous leave options for life events such as becoming a parent.
- 401(k) matching: Plan for the future and take advantage of our 401(k) plan with a company match.
- Treatment reimbursement: At RealSelf, we encourage our team to walk in our audience’s shoes. That’s why we offer a cosmetic treatment reimbursement program to employees who would like to take on a more active role as the consumer.
- Company holidays: We believe in celebrating holidays! Enjoy time off during our 11 company-wide holidays.
- Hybrid NYC office: We recognize that there’s no one size fits all with office culture. That’s why we believe in a flexible hybrid schedule for our New York City employees, who can enjoy the benefits of in-person collaboration in our office as well as deep work time while remote at home.
$150,000 - $175,000 a year
*Compensation will be evaluated based on experience.
RealSelf is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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