Financial Operations Manager

About SoundBite Communications

SoundBite Communications is a leading provider of automated voice messaging solutions that are delivered through a Software as a Service (SaaS) model.  Organizations rely on SoundBite’s on-demand solution to initiate and manage customer contact campaigns across a variety of collections, customer care, and marketing processes.  SoundBite helps organizations increase revenue, enhance customer service and retention, and secure payments, and can improve contact center efficiency by increasing agent productivity and enabling agentless interactions.  The company’s multi-tenant customer communications platform is used by organizations across a number of industries, including collection agencies, financial service providers, retailers, telecommunications providers, and utilities.  SoundBite’s service has the capacity to initiate more than 14 million calls each day, and in 2006, clients used the service to place nearly one billion calls.

 

SoundBite is headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts.  For more information, visit www.SoundBite.com.

 

SoundBite is seeking a hands-on Financial Operations Manager who will be responsible for accuracy, maintenance and review of general accounting systems including general ledger. Ensure compliance with GAAP.  Ensure controls are in place for SOX compliance.  This position is also responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual close activities, preparation of financial statements and analysis of Company operations as needed.  Be responsible for contract and revenue recognition and daily revenue reporting.  Manage and mentor Accounting staff including Accounts Payables and Receivables.   Serve as payroll manager.

ResponsibilitiesManage day-to-day functions of accountingPerform monthly, quarterly and annual close, including account reconciliation, journal entries, assessment of accruals and reserves.Maintain and enhance system of internal controls, recommending changes to improve systems and financial performanceReview/recommend cost reduction proposals, capital expenditure and cost analysis proposals to ensure company assets are employed efficiently.Implement efficient data sorting and entry procedures andmaintain comlete and accurate financial records.Process payroll Oversee accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivableEffectively lead, and develop staff.

Requirements:MBA in related field.  CPA.7+ years directly related, managerial experience in the high-tech industry 10+ years’ total accounting experience Public company, Sarbanes-Oxley experience a plus Demonstrated and effective leadership experience Strong technical experience and knowledge of  Demonstrated expertise utilizing MS Office and financial systems, Great Plains a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven and fast-paced environment

 

COMPENSATION and BENEFITS:
SoundBite offers an excellent compensation plan, commensurate with experience, which is above average. Additionally, all employees are granted “equity stock options”. Benefits include a choice of plans providing comprehensive coverage for medical and dental care for employee and dependents offered at a very low percentage of total premium as well as employee life, short and long term disability, immediate 401(k) enrollment, Section 125 reimbursement accounts, 3 weeks’ vacation and 10 paid holidays.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
For immediate consideration, Please apply on line or by sending your cover letter and resume to: careers@soundbite.com . and reference Financial Ops Mgr in the Subject line of your email.

We are not accepting any contact from agencies at this time.

Thank you for your time in applying and your interest in SoundBite.

SoundBite is an Equal Opportunity Employer.