We are seeking a full-time contractor to cover general accounting functions for our growing business. Must have merchant credit card processing experience/merchant account and credit card processing reconciliation experience. Sales/VAT tax and experience with Avalara also required.
Responsibilities:
Chargeback Management:
-Review and reconcile chargebacks from customers or clients.
-Investigate discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.
-Work closely with the sales and customer service teams to address chargeback concerns and prevent future occurrences.
-Maintain accurate records of chargeback transactions and related documentation.
Expense Control
-Monitor and analyze company expenses to identify areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
-Implement and enforce expense control policies and procedures.
-Review and approve expense reports, ensuring compliance with company guidelines.
-Collaborate with department heads to develop budgets and forecast expenses accurately.
Timely and Meaningful Internal Reporting:
-Prepare regular financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements.
-Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
-Present financial information to management in a clear and concise manner.
-Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
-Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as requested.
General Accounting:
-Perform day-to-day accounting tasks, such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
-Ensure compliance with accounting principles and standards.
-Assist with external audits and tax filings.
-Support other members of the finance team as needed.
Accounting Software and Tax Management:
-Familiarity with various accounting software programs beyond QuickBooks, as we may transition to a new system in the future. Experience in transitioning between accounting software systems is a plus.
-Manage Avalara and sales tax issues, including reconciling between Sticky and Avalara, handling correspondence with Avalara, and managing external tax notices related to sales and VAT tax.
-Facilitate UK VAT registration and subsequent filing. Experience with sales tax is a plus, and experience with Avalara is highly desirable.