Job Description

The Accounting Manager is a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead our accounting team and ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization committed to growth and excellence. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities, extensive accounting knowledge, and a proactive approach to financial management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including accountants, bookkeepers, and clerks.
• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide feedback.
• Lead and motivate the team to achieve goals and objectives.
• Conduct performance evaluations and appraisals.
• Prepare, analyze, and review financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Participate in payroll processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts. Oversee and manage the daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Coordinate and support external audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
• Monitor financial performance and provide insights and recommendations to senior management for strategic decision-making.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to enhance efficiency and safeguard company assets.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Communicate financial information clearly and effectively to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Proven work experience as an Accounting Manager
• Strong written and oral communication; strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Strong computer skills, MS Excel in particular (managing spreadsheets, creating chart and using advanced formulas)
• Solid knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, laws and regulations
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Self-motivated, takes initiative, can work independently and as part of a team
• Strong orientation to deadline and detail
• Ability to work in a continuously changing environment, flexible
• Curiosity and a passion for learning
• Team management skills.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• Accounting certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks Online
• Medical experience

PAY & BENEFITS:

$80,000 - $90,000 per year

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO package and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
• Opportunities for internal training and development
• Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
• Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing
• Most positions offer Monday – Friday work schedules

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Typical business office environment
• Possibility of local travel
• Constant viewing of computer monitor, mousing and typing
• Frequent standing, walking and sitting
• Frequent stooping, lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling 10 pounds or more
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Must be able to work early, late and long hours, as needed, to meet the essential functions of the job