Director of Finance and Accounting

Little Star is a fast-growing energetic organization, and we are looking for a passionate and driven Controller to advance the financial operations to support our growth. This person will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer and operations personnel, and will handle day-to-day, monthly, and annual accounting functions. They will also play a key role in developing financial plans and educate the businesses management on financial topics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Manage and monitor all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.

· Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.

· Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior management by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate data points.

· Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines.

· Monitors and confirms financial condition by conducting audits and providing information to external auditors.

· Prepares budgets by establishing schedules; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data; recommending plans.

· Maintain supportive relationships with business unit managers relating to the financial performance. This role involves substantial education of managers that most often do not have financial experience.

· Acting on issues on behalf of the CFO in his/her absence

· Maintain confidentiality of organization’s fiscal information.

· Maintain client confidentiality per LS policy and HIPAA Privacy Rule Regulations

· Act as a positive role model for all staff, families and children working with Little Star and model a high standard of reliability, accuracy, integrity, and professionalism.

· Work to positively impact team spirit and overall morale.

· Adhere to all Little Star policies and procedures.

· Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Educational Qualifications and Skills:

· Bachelor’s degree business, preferably in accounting or finance; Certified Public Accountant preferred.

· 10+ years of experience in accounting / finance.

· Technology proficient with Microsoft Office, Internet, and email.

· Strong organizational habits with attention to detail and accuracy.

· A positive team player and energetic professional.

· Excellent time management skills along with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

· Ability to analyze/solve problems and work in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong communication skills with ability to communicate appropriately given the circumstances. of the situation and audience involved.

· Discretion in matters that need to remain private.

· Ability to work with a variety of people, both internal and external.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position supervises the Staff Accountant.

Work Environment

Position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office and audiovisual equipment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Travel

Travel is generally not expected for this position but may be occasional to remote sites and/or training events or conferences, as needed.

Condition of Employment

· Must successfully pass the initial and updated criminal history, background, and record checks, which includes driving history checks.

· Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as provided by LittleStar, where physical distance cannot be attained.