Aroma360 is a scenting solution business located in Miami, Florida. We're a passionate and committed group from all over the world, coming together to help anyone benefit from Aromachology. Through the incorporation of our high-quality oils, we strive to not only create aromatic sanctuaries but also to preserve naturally occurring therapeutic properties. Whether it be incorporating a scent to stimulate sales, enhance perceived value, or to increase feelings of trust and calmness – the scent is a powerful tool that is widely underused.
Aroma360 is growing, and we need a leader who can guide the financial systems that empower us. We’re searching for an experienced chief accounting officer to join our team of high-performing professionals and keep our finances positioned for continued success. The CAO will have a day-to-day, ongoing impact on company operations, helping us to analyze, strategize, and grow our financial position. This seasoned strategist not only will understand current accounting practices and trends, but also will have experience raising capital and adapting to change, whether it’s through growth or downsizing. As a member of senior management, the CAO will be comfortable in a leadership role that requires clear and effective communication skills.
Objectives of this role
- Take responsibility (either directly or via staff) for all cash management, investments, insurance, budgeting, and financial reporting, and help drive the company’s financial strategy and hiring needs
- Coordinate development of annual operating, capital, and program budgets, as well as reporting for the same
- Ensure cash flow is compatible with operations by overseeing day-to-day accounting, recording, reporting, and internal-control activities of the organization
- Develop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and workflows
- Comply with national and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation and taking appropriate action
Responsibilities
- Work with senior managers to efficiently develop budget proposals, provide access to project finance information, and ensure contract/grant compliance and reporting
- Research revenue opportunities and economic trends, analyze internal operations, and identify areas for cost reduction and process enhancement
- Perform risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments, and evaluate and manage capital structure and fundraising initiatives
- Monitor business performance with tracking tools, establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports for earnings calls, management team, and rest of company
- Manage finance personnel and oversee financial IT systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory entities (ex: Financial Accounting Standards Board, Internal Revenue Service, state attorneys general)
Required skills and qualifications
- Proven experience as CAO, finance officer or relevant role
- In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices
- Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
- Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. SAP)
- Ability to strategize and solve problems
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers
- CPA is a strong advantage
- BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus International finance experience
- Experience with NetSuite
- Experience in mergers and acquisitions and investor relations
- Executive experience with SaaS business models and their associated revenue recognition
Schedule and Benefits
- In-Office M-F 9am-6pm
- Wynwood, Miami
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO
- Employee Discount
- Company-wide recognition
Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any candidate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for any open positions.