Finance Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our Team as Finance Manager
, leading all accounting and key financial activities for this Manufacturing and Distribution company. This is an exciting growth role for the right candidate. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience working directly with our VP of Finance, parent company Controller, CEO, and leadership team. We are looking for a smart, inquisitive mind with experience in cost accounting, variance analysis, and planning to help propel Bee Access forward in our next level of growth.

This is not your average accounting position but rather a unique opportunity to not only be part of an evolving and expanding Bee Access team but also to contribute to other Canopy Brands companies as it continues to acquire additional assets.

• #1 supplier of temporary and permanent access equipment in the United States.
• Branded manufacturer and distributor of innovative, safe and high-performing equipment used primarily by workers suspended at-height, including platforms, motors, rigging, material and personnel hoists, davits, tieback anchors, plus wire rope, electrical and other accessories.
• Preeminent customer base
  , including the most significant equipment rental companies, with end-markets including infrastructure, construction, and building maintenance.
• Mission-driven
  : we empower workers to reach the unreachable.
• Entrepreneurial organization recognized for high quality, responsiveness, and industry-best service.
• Division of Canopy Brands
  , a $120 million revenue, growing family of trusted brands, providing protection, access, and mobility solutions to commercial and residential markets. Canopy provides value-added services and capital for growth.

• Competitive Salary with comprehensive benefits. This includes healthcare, 401k matching, vacation, company paid holidays, annual bonus plan based on company performance
• Meaningful autonomy and empowerment in a positive environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

• Support the overall growth strategy and development through proper accounting of financial and business transactions.
• Provide analytical, evaluative, and advisory support to improve decision-making.
• Manage day-to-day activities including general ledger entries and general cost accounting.
• Lead the month-end closing process.
• Prepare monthly financial statements; investigate and communicate variances.
• Help manage or oversee other processes including recording vendor invoices, AP, and AR.
• Generate data-related reports and assist with our budgeting process.
• Coordinate and provide the necessary information with outside auditors.
• Qualify and set up new customer accounts.
• Perform light HR-related duties as needed, including bi-weekly payroll.
• Assess and document internal controls, streamline our accounting procedures, and make recommended changes as necessary.
• Communicate effectively and establish credibility throughout the organization, while fostering the mission, vision, and values of the business.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred.
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel.
• Strong problem solving, analytical thinking and understanding of business impact
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Comfortable interacting directly and professionally with vendors, operations, sales, and other team members.
• Highly ethical, positive cultural addition, self-motivated.
• Demonstrates Bee Access core values:
  Respect, Precision, Urgency, Mastery, Positivity.