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About Ames Watson
Ames Watson is a privately held diversified operating company that purchases, transforms, and partners with middle market companies to create long term value. Our strategy is based on bringing more than just capital to a company. We bring know-how, problem solving, deep resources and experience to grow companies and move them past inflection points. Ames Watson is a permanent capital vehicle with committed capital and the resources to move quickly and the capabilities to help businesses reach long term success.
General Summary
Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Director of Finance will be responsible for all financial matters for Ames Watson s holding companies, and for providing leadership to the finance and accounting teams at our portfolio companies. You will be entrusted to deal with highly confidential and sensitive materials on a regular basis. The ideal candidate will be extremely organized and an excellent communicator with the ability to regularly interact with the leadership team of Ames Watson.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounting:
- Mange all accounting and financial matters of Ames Watson and affiliate entities, including AR & AP, and all month-end close activities.
- Monitor cash activity and report projected cash flows to the Partners on a weekly basis.
- Perform regular ad hoc financial analysis for the Partners of Ames Watson.
- Oversee certain company audits and internal control processes.
- Work with outside accounting firms on various tax matters and coordinate all tax return preparation and filings.
- Introduce and implement best-in-class processes and systems that can support further Firm growth.
Investment Portfolio:
- Participate in acquisition and divestiture of investments by Ames Watson and its portfolio companies.
- Create new QuickBooks files and open new bank accounts for newly formed legal entities.
- Regularly prepare and execute funds flows for various investments.
- Prepare detailed reports on the financial performance of the company s investments.
- Coordinate with external entities on behalf of the company, including managing communications regarding financial investments in other companies.
- Perform regular ad-hoc financial analysis for the Partners of Ames Watson.
- Provide financial leadership to the Finance and Accounting teams at Ames Watson s portfolio companies, including oversight of financial statements, budgets, and cash forecasts.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field.
- 8-12 years of experience in finance, accounting, and/or tax.
- CPA strongly preferred (inactive is acceptable).
- Proficient in QuickBooks or other bookkeeping/ERP software preferred.
- Experience in working with multiple legal entities under different legal umbrellas.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- An analytical mind with strong organizational skills.
- Highly detail oriented.