Position Title: Manager, Finance & Accounting
Department: Finance
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO, Keith Ramdeen)
Job Status: Full Time
Division: Cooperate
Work Shift: Day Shift
Location: Hybrid (Bohemia, LI Office)

BlackHawk Data is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and process-driven Manager, Finance & Accounting to help strengthen and optimize our finance and accounting operations.
BlackHawk Data is one of the fastest-growing, woman-owned IT solution providers in the country. Here at BHD, you won't just do a job you'll build a career that matters. Our culture thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and grit.
We invest in our people, challenge them to grow, and celebrate wins together.
If you are motivated to improve financial operations, streamline processes, and make a meaningful impact on a growing organization, BlackHawk Data is where you belong.
You'll work closely with the CFO and cross-functional leaders to improve financial performance, enhance operational efficiency, and provide the insights that drive strategic business decisions.
Make an impact. Build what matters. Grow with us.
Position Summary
The Manager, Finance & Accounting is responsible for managing the company's finance and accounting processes, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, internal controls, and continuous process improvement. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role serves as a key business partner by ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information, improving operational efficiencies, and delivering meaningful financial insights that support strategic business decisions.
This is a senior individual contributor role with no direct people management responsibilities. Instead, the Finance & Accounting Manager will lead through process management, cross-functional collaboration, and operational excellence while working closely with the CFO to strengthen and enhance the company's finance and accounting function. As the role evolves, this individual will have the opportunity to take on greater ownership of the function and help shape the future of Finance at BlackHawk Data.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage the company's financial reporting process, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, variance analysis, budget-to-actual reporting, executive dashboards, and executive reporting packages.
Lead the annual budgeting process, monthly forecasting, and long-range financial planning while partnering with department leaders to monitor financial performance.
Develop financial models, performance metrics, and KPI dashboards to support forecasting, operational planning, and executive decision-making.
Analyze financial and operational performance, identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and business performance.
Manage the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring the timely and accurate completion of journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, general ledger activity, and financial statement preparation.
Maintain financial controls and ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and accounting best practices.
Monitor revenue recognition, expense allocations, and overall financial reporting accuracy.
Partner with other departments to support efficient accounting operations, cash flow management, and timely financial reporting.
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes through automation, standardization, and ERP system enhancements.
Coordinate annual financial audits by preparing schedules, supporting documentation, and serving as the primary liaison with external auditors.
Partner with Sales, Operations, and executive leadership to provide profitability analysis, pricing support, financial modeling, and strategic business insights.
Support special projects, system implementations, process improvements, and other finance initiatives as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, accounting operations, and internal controls.
Strong financial modeling, analytical, and data interpretation skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights.
Knowledge of month-end close processes, financial statement preparation, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, Power Query, financial modeling, and advanced formulas.
Experience working with ERP systems; NetSuite experience is highly preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, improve processes, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present financial information to executive leadership.
Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and support business decisions through financial expertise.

Education and Experience
Required:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, financial reporting, FP&A, or corporate accounting.
Experience managing budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, and financial reporting processes.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.

Preferred:

Experience within an MSP, VAR, technology, consulting, SaaS, or professional services organization.
Experience with NetSuite or a comparable ERP platform.
Experience with revenue recognition and financial reporting automation.

Certifications (Preferred but Not Required)

CPA or CPA candidate.
CMA or other relevant accounting or finance certification.

What We Offer

Competitive Pay.
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Regular coaching, career development, and advancement path.
A collaborative culture that celebrates learning, innovation, and high performance
Up to 22 Days PTO.

BlackHawk Data, LLC (12029)

Manager, Finance & Accounting

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