Head Of Accounting (GYM)
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This position is open exclusively to candidates based in the Dominican Republic.
Who are we?
At Blue Coding, we specialize in connecting amazing talent from all over Latin America and other parts of the world with leading companies in the United States, Canada, and beyond, both through staff augmentation and direct placement. For over 12 years, we've helped cutting-edge organizations build great teams and develop innovative products. Digital agencies, SaaS providers, software consulting firms, and multinationals are just a few of the companies we work with. Our network spans more than 10 countries across the Americas, and we pride ourselves on making the right match between exceptional people and the opportunities they deserve.
Our client is a globally operating yacht management company seeking senior financial leadership to oversee and scale their accounting function across multiple entities and international markets.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Head of Accounting to lead all accounting operations for one of our international clients. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple entities while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance.
If you are independent, a great communicator, a problem solver, and have strong attention to detail, this is a great fit for you! Our jobs are fully remote; as long as you have the skills and can get the work done well, you can work from anywhere in the listed countries.
What's unique about this job?
This is a senior leadership opportunity to build and shape an accounting function within a growing, internationally operating company. You'll have real ownership over financial strategy, team development, and process improvement — while collaborating directly with executive leadership to drive business performance.
\nFinancial Leadership & Reporting
- Oversee the company's accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting across multiple entities.
- Develop, manage, and monitor annual budgets and financial forecasts
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to management.
- Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to support business decisions.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies.
- Support strategic planning through financial analysis and reporting.
Accounting Operations
- Oversee all accounting transactions, ensuring accurate recording, categorization, and coding of financial data
- Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial records.
- Ensure all supporting documentation is properly maintained and attached to corresponding transactions.
- Establish and maintain efficient accounting processes and procedures.
- Supervise month-end and year-end closing activities.
Cash Management, Reconciliations & Accounts Payable
- Oversee bank, credit card, and cash reconciliations across all accounts.
- Review reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Manage accounts payable processes, including vendor payments and approval workflows.
- Monitor cash flow and support treasury management activities.
- Maintain audit-ready financial records and documentation.
Team Leadership & Process Improvement
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff and support team members.
- Establish performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching and guidance.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and internal controls.
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to support operational and financial objectives.
Compliance, Audit & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and international financial regulations.
- Coordinate external audits and serve as the primary point of contact for auditors.
- Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
- Implement and maintain strong internal controls to mitigate financial risk.
- Ensure compliance with tax, payroll, and regulatory reporting requirements.
Client & Stakeholder Support
- Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, banks, auditors, and external partners regarding financial matters.
- Support management with financial insights and recommendations.
- Collaborate with leadership to align financial strategies with company goals.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA designation preferred or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
- Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
- Strong expertise in QuickBooks Online and financial reporting systems.
- Extensive experience with budgeting, financial analysis, reconciliations, and accounts payable.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial compliance.
- Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience managing multi-entity and multi-currency accounting environments.
- Background in the maritime, yachting, luxury, or hospitality industry.
- Experience overseeing payroll and treasury functions.
- Familiarity with financial planning, forecasting, and business performance analysis.
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