US Finance Officer

Acolad is an international leader in language and content solutions, services, and technologies. Represented by the brands Acolad, TextMaster and Ubiqus, the group is present in 25 countries and has a network of over 2,500 internal experts worldwide and +20,000 external linguists.

At Acolad, every position is key to our global growth: we know that we will only succeed if our people succeed.

Joining Acolad means a unique opportunity for professional development through a collaborative global environment that promotes talent and creativity. We are continuously looking for new talent (like you!) to support our mission to drive growth and innovation across some of the world’s leading brands.

Seeking a US Finance Officer to join our US Team. Ideal candidate will be eligible to work in a remote location within the US with occasional travel. Opportunity for growth for the right candidate.

Main Responsibilities

• Process, monitor, and manage AR, with a growing focus on broader financial responsibilities.
• Assist in month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards (GAAP).
• Audit financial information to ensure all processes align with financial policies and regulatory standards.
• Support tax filings, regulatory reporting, and other compliance-related activities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Adapt to ongoing system changes and integrations, ensuring smooth financial operations as the company grows.
• Assist in implementing and improving financial processes to align with new acquisitions and business strategies.
• Maintain financial records and ensure all financial policies and regulations are met.
• Provide leadership and guidance as responsibilities increase.

Requirements

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Professional Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable (AR) and General Ledger (GL) accounting.
• Familiarity with process improvements and experience working in evolving environments, especially with acquisitions, is a plus.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Essential:
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Accuracy and reliability in handling financial data and reporting.
• Empathy and understanding of working with colleagues from different cultural backgrounds.
• Preferred:
• Experience with SAP (S/4 HANA) or other ERP systems is a plus, with the flexibility to learn new systems as they are integrated.
• Knowledge of GAAP and regulatory reporting.
• Leadership skills, with the potential to take on greater responsibility over time.
• Strong team player, able to collaborate with colleagues across functions.
• Familiarity with production tools used in finance and accounting environments.

Additional Requirements:

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude toward working with global teams. Experience or enthusiasm for working with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds is essential.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Comfortable with a flexible schedule, with a preference for early hours to align with international team members.

Benefits

Acolad offers a comprehensive benefits package. New employees are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month after their start date. Highlights of the program include:

✨Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options.

✨Many other voluntary options to choose from: Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Buy-Up Short-Term Disability, Identity Theft, Legal Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance.

✨401(k) plan with 50% match on 12% employee contribution - providing an employer contribution of up to 6%.

In addition to the benefits package, Acolad also offers the following time off:

✨Starting with 15 days of paid time off annually, with ability to move to 28 days within five years of tenure.

✨Nine paid holidays per year.

Salary base range for this position is between $55K to $65K, dependent upon experience and physical location. This position is eligible for a variable compensation in addition to salary.

This opportunity will close October 20, 2024