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Helios WorldWide

Finance Manager

Helios WorldWide, Santa Monica, California, United States, 90403

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Job Overview The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls, and clear financial insights to support business decision-making. This role requires a hands‑on, detail‑oriented finance professional with the ability to partner cross‑functionally and scale processes as the business grows.

Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting

Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Prepare and review financial statements, variance analyses, and management reports

Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure compliance with GAAP (or local accounting standards)

Manage cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and rolling forecasts

Coordinate with external treasury management partners on cash and treasury management activities for the business

Financial strategy specific to cost optimizations, cashflow predictions and analysis, as well as proactive consultation with experts on fiscal discipline and growth.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes in partnership with leadership

Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights

Support scenario modeling and financial planning for growth initiatives

Operational Finance

Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and expense management

Ensure strong internal controls and scalable finance processes

Partner with HR, Operations, and department leaders on headcount planning and cost management

Compliance & External Relationships

Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, tax advisors, and payroll providers

Support audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance requirements

Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable laws

Systems & Process Improvement

Own and optimize financial systems (e.g., ERP, accounting software, expense tools)

Improve workflows through automation, documentation, and best practices

Support finance‑related projects, integrations, or system migrations

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (CPA or MBA a plus)

5–7 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting roles

Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting

Experience working in a fast‑paced, growing organization

Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, Xero) and Excel/Google Sheets

Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Key Competencies

Detail‑oriented with strong ownership mentality

Ability to translate financial data into business insights

Strong cross‑functional partner with non‑finance stakeholders

Comfortable operating both strategically and tactically

High integrity and sound judgment

Nice to Have

Experience in professional services, agency, or project‑based environments

Experience managing or mentoring junior finance staff

Exposure to international operations or multi‑entity structures

Experience with Deel payroll a plus

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