Vice President of Finance

About This Role

This full-time, in-office position provides leadership and oversight of the company's daily accounting and financial operations. The role supports both Atlantic Emergency Solutions and Atlantic Heavy Duty across multiple locations, and suits an experienced, highly motivated, and detail-oriented finance professional.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
• Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports
• Prepare, enter, review, and approve daily accounting journal entries and general ledger transactions
• Maintain oversight of general ledger accounts, reconciliations, accruals, and financial adjustments
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), company accounting policies, and established financial procedures
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and implement necessary updates to financial reporting practices
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies while maintaining accurate financial records
• Manage ongoing financial forecasting and analyze variances between actual performance and established budgets
• Provide comprehensive financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Collaborate with the CFO and executive leadership to identify opportunities for improved profitability and cost management
• Provide direct leadership and oversight of daily accounting and finance department operations
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting and finance personnel while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve productivity, and leverage financial technology

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting and financial management experience, including supervisory or leadership responsibilities
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (MBA)
• Demonstrated experience managing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes
• Experience preparing and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Proven ability to manage budgets, financial forecasts, and financial performance analysis
• Working knowledge of customer credit management, fixed assets, depreciation, and inventory accounting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency and experience working with accounting and ERP systems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines