Live Comfortably, LLC · 1 day ago
Vice President of Accounting
Boca Raton, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expLive Comfortably, LLC is a leading manufacturer and distributor of bedding products in North America. The Accounting Vice President plays a critical leadership role in overseeing the entire accounting function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment with business goals while leading a team of accounting professionals.
Consumer GoodsE-CommerceFashionLifestyle
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all accounting activities, systems, policies, and procedures across the organization
Establish, maintain, and continuously improve a documented system of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Design and maintain an accounting organizational structure aligned with business objectives
Supervise accounting personnel and global accounting operations, including transaction processing and control systems
Maintain and update the chart of accounts and ensure consistent application across all locations through training and guidance
Ensure orderly, compliant accounting documentation practices, including electronic and hard copy records
Oversee general ledger operations to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP and Company policies
Establish and manage a rolling month end and quarter end close calendar
Review month end close activities including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and cost allocations
Partner with Human Resources to ensure payroll is processed accurately, efficiently, and on time
Strengthen accounting processes through continuous collaboration with operational and functional leaders
Ensure timely completion of monthly bank reconciliations and prompt resolution of reconciling items
Oversee preparation of required documentation for term loans and asset based lending facilities
Review and recommend debt draws, repayments, and related cash management activities
Lead domestic and international tax compliance, including federal, state, and foreign income tax filings
Oversee preparation, review of sales, and use tax, property tax, VAT, GST, and R&D tax credit filings
Manage transfer pricing policies and tax provision preparation
Ensure accounts payable are processed in accordance with supplier agreements, cash flow requirements, and discount opportunities
Oversee accounts receivable processes to ensure timely billing, collections, credit evaluations, and bad debt analysis
Prepare and review monthly financial statements, dashboards, and management reports for leadership, lenders, and stakeholders
Coordinate preparation of the annual report and other required financial disclosures
Develop and recommend performance benchmarks to evaluate accounting operations and financial effectiveness
Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive accounting compliance program aligned with GAAP and regulatory requirements
Ensure effective internal controls and compliance with Company policies and applicable laws
Lead all internal and external audit activities, maintaining strong, transparent, and cooperative relationships with auditors
Evaluate and provide guidance on complex technical accounting matters and the adoption of new accounting standards
Recruit, develop, and retain a high performing accounting team in partnership with Human Resources
Build strong relationships with executive and operational leaders to understand business needs and deliver effective financial solutions
Lead change management initiatives and drive continuous improvement of accounting processes and systems
Foster strong internal communication and a positive, collaborative, and high performance work environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional certification required
15 or more years of progressive accounting experience, including senior leadership roles
Extensive knowledge of technical accounting, GAAP, and regulatory compliance requirements
Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment, including accounting for manufacturing, sales, and distribution operations
Proven ability to lead and manage accounting teams in fast paced, high growth, and matrixed environments
Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage executives, business partners, and cross functional teams
Proven ability to build strong relationships with financial and operational leaders at all levels of the organization
High level of integrity, dependability, and professionalism with a strong results oriented mindset
Preferred
Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline
Experience supporting organizational growth through transparency, consistency, and disciplined financial execution
Demonstrated experience leading change management and continuous improvement initiatives within accounting or finance functions
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance detailed analysis with a strategic, big picture perspective
Experience working in diverse, fast paced, and evolving organizational environments
Willingness and ability to travel periodically to Company manufacturing locations
Company
Live Comfortably, LLC
Live Comfortably maintains the largest manufacturing and distribution footprint for pillows, comforters & mattress pads in North America.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-09-29Acquired
Leadership Team
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Kevin Lawrence
COO
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Steven Henderson
Chief Marketing Officer, Executive Committee, EVP/GM of Walmart Division
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