Prentiss & Carlisle, a leading forest management firm and timberland services provider, has an opening at their Bangor, Maine office for a full-time VP of Finance. Founded in 1924, Prentiss & Carlisle operates in Maine, New York and Ontario, Canada and manages the activities on approximately 1 million acres of timberland on behalf of its clients.
The Company
Headquartered in a beautifully updated historic home in downtown Bangor, Maine, Prentiss & Carlisle hires the hardest working, most knowledgeable people in their field which has been the key to our successful 100-year history. If you have a strong financial and administrative ability, coupled with outstanding communication and people skills, we would like to get acquainted.
The Position
VP of Finance / Controller – Reporting to the President
This position has immediate responsibility for:
- Maintaining existing accounting and reporting systems that properly reflect the financial position of the P&C companies. Experience with GP/Dynamics is preferred, but not required.
- Ensuring compliance with GAAP
- Lead internal staff of 5 full-time employees
Accountabilities
Manages the accounting and reporting functions of the company by:
- Providing accurate and timely financial information to colleagues.
- Ensuring the continued maintenance and development of internal control procedures to provide for the protection of company assets.
- Overseeing the internal financial reporting of the company.
- Preparing of corporate budgets and the periodic analysis of budget variances.
- Preparing and reviewing internal & client financial & cash flow projections.
- Preparing and presenting client reporting materials on quarterly basis.
- Assisting in the preparation and filing of federal, state, and international income tax returns (returns prepared by accounting firm).
- Responsible for the preparation of internal month-end and year-end financial statements.
- Monitoring new accounting standards, interpretations, and emerging guidance and their impact on the company.
- Developing and reviewing accounting policies for the company.
- Managing, negotiating, and administering corporate insurance policies to protect corporate assets.
- Overseeing the maintenance of the company’s fixed asset records and related depreciation schedules.
- Participating with personnel throughout the company as necessary, to assist in the resolution of accounting and financial management issues.
- Overseeing the supervision, training, and evaluation of accounting department staff.
- Negotiating with the company’s commercial banks to borrow and service debt as needed.
- Reviewing all general ledger reconciliations prepared by staff accountants.
- Monitoring and reporting job status activity; analyzing job profitability.
- Maintaining relationships with bankers, external accountants, and insurance agents.
Assumes additional responsibilities as requested including, but not limited to the following:
- Assists with special projects and assignments related to financial decisions of the company.
- Consults and advises clients on important financial decisions.
- Assists in ensuring that the company complies with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Ensures continued maintenance and development of internal control procedures.
- Provides financial management support for projects as requested.
- Provides financial advice to the President and proactively prepares for future requirements.
Competencies
- Leadership – Motivates and encourages others; delegates routine and important tasks and decisions, shares information, creates an inclusive environment, recognizes success.
- Managing for Results – keeps team accountable for actions, provides resources and support, applies clear and consistent performance standards.
- Detail-oriented and technically competent in accounting, with the ability to see the larger picture.
- Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new challenges, handles pressure, adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
- Deals with others in an honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, and supports company values.
- Strong understanding of the business world and the organization’s market and environment backed by a ready grasp of what the company needs to succeed.
- A bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in finance, accounting, or economics is required. A master’s degree or additional professional designation (e.g. CPA or CMA) is preferred.
- A minimum of seven years of accounting, audit, and financial experience required with a demonstrated familiarity with accounting principles and corporate taxation.
- Comprehensive knowledge of broad-based financial functions in addition to financial accounting standards required.
- Demonstrated management and supervisory experience with strong interpersonal skills required.
- Strong communication and presentation skills required.
- Conceptual ability and the ability to handle problems.
- Some experience in timber accounting, timberland, forestry, or construction is a plus.
Compensation is commensurate with experience. Prentiss & Carlisle offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including: paid vacation and holidays, health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance and 401(k) matching and profit sharing contributions. Prentiss & Carlisle is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: Hiring@prentissandcarlisle.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Profit sharing
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Relocate:
- Bangor, ME 04401: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person