CPA Salary in Buffalo, NY

Overview:In this role, you will provide support to the FP&A team and advise senior management in an expert capacity.Primary Responsibilities:with internal teams to ensure integrity of business and financial planswith broader FP&A teams to communicate business drivers and variances in a holistic manneron process improvement opportunities across all Infrastructure functions, FP&A, accounting, and other partners to improve efficiency, reporting and performance.with driver-based budgeting and forecasting, including preparing rolling budgets and forecasts for the income statement and balance sheet (using Hyperion)the enhancement of budgeting, profitability and reportingwith corporate reporting, consolidated reporting and segment reportingthe standup of a center of excellence for expense/revenue reportingdetailed, interpretative financial analysis utilizing complex modeling scenarios/activities with a large amount of independenceand maintain advanced forecasting models; work in collaboration with business groups to provide insightful analysisindependent research and complex analytical projects involving modeling/forecasting to provide senior management with definitive financial trend data and advice for their use in setting and realizing profit objectivescomplex ad hoc reporting such as acquisition analyses, cash flow projections, etc. to support management decisionsand adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company's risk appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to managementEducation and Experience Required:degree and a minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in accounting, auditing, operations or financial institutions - Specifically in FP&Aunderstanding of concepts and principles in multiple disciplines including finance and accountingin accounting / financial analysis, modeling, querying and visualization tools i.e. Tableau, Hyperion, PowerBIEducation and Experience Preferred:degree or professional certification (i.e. CPA, CFA, etc.)technical aptitude and advanced financial modeling skills.with Oracle EPM, Hyperion Planning, Tableau, advanced Excelsupporting Data Governance and Documentation initiativessupporting Change Management and Continuous Improvement initiativesorganized with strong written and verbal communication skills and a customer focused, professional demeanorto work independently, partner cross-functionally, and be self-motivated in a fast-paced and rapidly changing technology environmentattention to detail and the ability to prioritize and deliver in a fast paced and dynamic environment with a high degree of personal accountabilitydemonstrating high energy/creativity, relentless customer-focus, and entrepreneurial spirit

Buffalo Biodiesel is in growth mode and currently seeking a Controller to join our fast-growing team!Who We Are:Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. has been in business since 2005. We are a growing company that collects and recycles used cooking oil. With over 18 years in business, we collect and process used cooking oil for the production of Biodiesel, a carbon reducing alternative fuel to Hydrocarbons. We operate in 15 States with service to over 22,000 locations and growing. Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. is subject to and complies with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act.ResponsibilitiesCollecting and consolidating financial dataSupervising accounting and financial departmentsCreating strategic plans for financial operationsPreparing financial statements, both internal and externalEnsuring compliance with applicable rules, laws, and regulationsCoordinating external auditor activityManaging budgeting and forecasting processesEstablish and maintain financial controlsAssess and improve accounting proceduresIdentify, develop, and monitor KPIsScreen, hire, train, and retain accounting department employeesBank ReconciliationsSupervise and Monitor AP ClerkQualificationsCPA licenseMaster's degree in Accounting or related fieldFluency in Quickbooks, Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)Honest, responsible, and accountable for tasksAbility to work onsite in downtown Buffalo, New YorkAbility to learn quickly and hit the ground runningThis is an onsite role. Our offices are located at 17 Court Street, Buffalo, NY.Salary: $100,000 - $120,000BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision401(k)Paid Time OffParking PassComplimentary Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks

Responsibilities• Perform certain monthly closing activities, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and reports• Assume responsibility for effectively researching, tracking, and resolving (or properly referring) accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies• Support and serve as backup to team members for the monthly close of accounts receivable, accounts payable & fixed assets, preparation of payroll files for GL upload and other accounting processes as needed• Act as a business partner to other departments to obtain and convey information and/or to correct transactions• Key contributor in continuous improvement projects. Responsible for actively identifying areas of improvement and recommending action plans.Qualifications• Accountant with 2 to 4 years of relevant experience, public accounting experience, preferred• CPA, strongly preferred• Candidates must possess extremely strong Excel skills. You will be required to build sophisticated spreadsheets and models.• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills• A high level of organizational skills plus be very detailed oriented are critical for this position.• Ability to work without direct supervision, and efficiently manage tasks and time.

The Senior Accountant will play a crucial role in supporting our Controller and VP, Finance in the managing of accounting operations.Reconcile cash activity on a regular basis.Reconcile and maintain schedules relating to compliance items, insurance, sales tax, fixed assets, and leases.Perform month end close in accordance with internal close schedule.Reconcile and analyze general ledger accounts consistent with GAAP and corporate accounting policies, ensuring proper documentation and supporting schedules.Assist with ad hoc projects as needed and act as a backup to other accounting functions.Play a critical role in helping prepare the organization for a potential future IPO.Support the roll-out of multiple production facilities across the US.Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance & 4+ years of progressive accounting experience. 2+ years of experience working for a manufacturing organization.Proven ability to execute effectively and efficiently on accounting initiatives (defining chart of accounts, implementing revenue recognition, creating and maintaining financial dashboards, implementing process and procedures to help with quick month/year end closes).Advanced excel user with deep analytics capabilityExposure to NetSuite preferred.CPA preferred.

SUMMARY: Manage and oversee the accounting operations and ensure accuracy of financial reporting and effectiveness of internal controls. Leads working capital initiatives and is seen as the company cost expert. This position will also provide support for both short-term and long-term financial budgets and forecasts. Candidate must live in the Buffalo, NY area. Hybrid is available. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.• Oversee the activities of the Accounting Department for the complete integration of all accounting services and issues.• Ensure the timely and accurate month end/year end close. Provide necessary financial reporting and analysis.• Complete and supervise all assigned activities as part of the month end close process; reconcile all assigned accounts monthly; research and fix any outstanding variances.• Continuously review Company Accounting processes and the internal controls environment. Take initiative to drive improvements as identified.• Lead interim and year-end audit work.• Oversee all internal control processes and lead internal audits as needed.• Provide oversight of cycle count accuracy and assist with physical inventories if deemed necessary.• Continually monitor inventory costing methods.• Educate plant personnel on key cost drivers and their impact on business goals and performance.• Work closely with Leadership Team to develop and manage budgets and forecasts.• Evaluate financial performance and assess risks and opportunities to deliver commitments for year over year growth and cash conversion metrics and proactively communicate to the leadership team.• Work with business leaders, assisting with accounting/finance questions and problem solving• Participate in completion of special projects as assigned, aligns with business strategies and forecasts.• Respond to CFO, CEO and other senior leadership as assigned with accurate and timely work to facilitate their financial needs.• Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports.• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.• Assist all departments with financial questions and problem solving.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly supervises employees in the Accounting Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:Four-year degree in Accounting or business related field and must have experience in a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:CPA designation is preferred.Job Type: Full-timePay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insurance