Job #1847: Director of Accounting - Brunswick/Hybrid (1/13/2023)

ABOUT THE POSITION:
DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING: 

We are looking for our next Director of Accounting, to be based out of our headquarters in Brunswick, ME. 

You will:

• Lead CEI’s Accounting Department, providing management and oversight;
• Ensure that appropriate systems and industry best practices are in place to effectively maintain
  accounting and financial management and internal controls;
• Ensure timely period closes and the production of financial statements;
• Oversee the day-to-day financial and accounting operations and internal controls;
• Help your team grow by providing coaching and mentoring andidentifying training needs;
• Oversee all technology usage and implementation in the department; and
  manage reports to external stakeholders and ensure legal and regulatory compliance.

This is a full-time position with excellent benefits and a salary range of $100,000 - $125,000
CEI's mission is to build a just, vibrant, and climate-resilient future for people and communities in Maine and rural communities. We do this by integrating finance, businessexpertise, and policy solutions in ways that make the economy work more equitably.

WHO WE ARE SEEKING:

• You have a great record of accomplishment, growth, and experience as a finance and accounting professional both in public and private accounting.
• You have a history of progressive finance leadership and are ready to lead CEI’s Accounting Department.
• You bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to the team, enjoy the opportunity to work with people to seek best practices and financial health within the operation.
• You are a strong people manager with strengths in coaching,mentoring, and helping the people in your team grow.
• You are a master when it comes to financial statements,analysis, and budgeting.
• You have experience with regulatory complianceand reporting.
• You believe in delivering high quality internal customer service and support; and go to work every day ready to give 100%.
• You have a passion for contributing to the purpose of lifting
  communities.

PREFERRED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, and 7+ years of successful experience in the combination of these areas: accounting, small business finance, real estate development and institutional investments; preferably in a non-profit setting.
• CPA is strongly desired.
• Robust working and technical knowledge of GAAP.
• Experience and competencies innot-for-profit accounting and exposure to banking/financial services accounting.
• Experience being a people manager; mentoring, coaching, and supporting staff development.
• Strong computer fluency and financial systems expertise, and experience with software implementation.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills within a complex organization.

Interested members should e-mail resume to Diana LeBlanc at diana.leblanc@ceimaine.org. Please mention that you are a member of EisnerAmper's Friends of the Firm program. Make sure to include Job #1847 in the subject line and to copy friendsoffirm@eisneramper.com on your email.