Accounting Manager

Job Description Summary:

We are a shared service and this position will lead, track, and evaluate daily accounting activities for Aviagen’s three US-based businesses. The Manager will manage a team of 4-5 individuals in GL maintenance, daily cash activity, AP and fixed assets. This includes month end close activities, quarterly forecasts, and annual budgeting process. Responsible for producing various financial reports for management in regards to revenue streams, department expenses, and overall business objectives. Work with Controller to develop and maintain strong business and system controls. The position reports to the Controller and works closely with VP of Finance and other business executives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain General Ledger through ownership of chart of accounts and data integrity.
• Manage the AP and fixed asset functions including Capital Expenditure and CIP tracking and reporting, IFTA tax reporting.
• Reconcile daily and month cash activities.
• Administer Company credit card and expense reporting programs.
• Lead Month End Close duties to ensure financial statement integrity in their areas of responsibilities.
• Liaise with various departments regarding spend and variances to budget and forecast.
• Monitor and analyze accounting data to ensure alignment between all ERP sub ledgers.
• Conduct Ad Hoc analysis to support strategic direction and business objectives.   Report findings to management.
• Various balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Participate in annual budgeting and quarterly forecast process.
• Help complete year-end financial reporting packages for the three business units.
• Provide year-end audit support for operations and external auditors.
• Assist in other project-oriented tasks and duties, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.   CPA/CMA not required, but a plus.
• 5-8 years’ experience in accounting roles with demonstrated track record of increasing responsibilities.   
• Capable of analyzing data to reason and reach conclusions with minimum guidance.
• Competent in the application of accounting, finance, auditing, and cost control technologies.
• System requirements include strong working knowledge of Microsoft suite of products (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and a working knowledge of ERP systems (i.e. Microsoft GP a plus).
• A team player who can relate to people at all levels of the organization and who possesses excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• An energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and a positive professional image.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  
• Must be a self-starter and be able to meet duties and responsibilities with minimum supervision.   Dependability, accuracy, and highest integrity are essential.
• Confidentiality required as information handled is proprietary and confidential to the company.