Description

Directs the financial activities of the region, supporting Regional Vice President in business control, driving profitable revenue, plan development, safeguarding internal controls and identifying areas of concern. Responsible for planning, organizing and controlling all accounting and financial activities at a region level. Ensures all financial data and information is submitted to corporate in a timely and accurate manner.

• Supports and advises the Regional Vice President in performing business control tasks. 
• Acts as an important business partner and adviser for other managers and employees in the field organization while maintaining a core business and customer focus.
• Assists the Regional Vice President in driving profitable revenue growth and achieving results.
• Safeguards a good internal control environment in order to protect the company assets and to make sure financial reporting and accounting matters are in accordance with guidelines, FAM and statutory accounting practice. 
• Takes a proactive role in making sure red flags are highlighted and that action plans are put in place when necessary.  
• Coordinates accounting activities between regional office and corporate and helps ensure that open communication is maintained. 
• Demonstrates excellent customer service by conducting daily activities in a cooperative and professional manner. 
• Prepares reports that summarize and forecast regional business activity and financial position in the areas of income, expense and earnings based on past, present and expected operations. 
• Drives, implements, sustains and develops quality process improvements that focus on safety, financials, operations and customer service.
• Minimum five years of progressive experience in accounting with a budgeting-finance background.  Operational management experience a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in finance or accounting.
• MBA preferred.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with the corporate and liaison offices and employees at all levels. Must possess strong leadership capabilities.
• Advanced training in accounting techniques and practices.