Accounting Manager

Overview

• Lead and oversee accounting operations for a dynamic organization, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment with business goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver insightful financial reporting and support decision-making processes.
• Supervise and mentor a team of accounting professionals, fostering growth and operational excellence.
• Oversee monthly close processes, reconciliations, and multi-entity financial operations efficiently.
• Provide expertise for audits, tax filings, and compliance projects, ensuring regulatory adherence.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing accounting processes for scalability and efficiency.
• Engage in occasional travel to support multi-location operations and strengthen team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring accuracy and robust internal controls across financial operations.
• Coordinate monthly financial close processes, delivering timely and accurate reconciliations and reports.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports to inform strategic management decisions effectively.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and performance feedback regularly.
• Support external audits and ensure compliance with financial reporting standards and regulations.
• Manage tax reporting processes, including sales, use, and property taxes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Deliver actionable insights and analytics to support operational and strategic initiatives effectively.
• Participate in special projects, leveraging financial expertise to drive organizational success.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field is required; CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in multi-location or industrial distribution accounting.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel functions, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage teams and meet tight deadlines effectively.
• Experience with ERP systems and multi-brand financial operations is essential.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in accounting practices.