Accounting Manager at Ascape Landscape and Construction

Ascape Landscape and Construction is a leading landscape construction and maintenance company specializing in commercial landscape construction and commercial landscape maintenance. With a commitment to quality craftsmanship and environmental responsibility, we take pride in transforming ideas into reality.

We are currently seeking an Accounting Manager to join our team! We offer a competitive compensation package with a base annual salary of $80,000 - $85,000, commensurate with experience, and opportunities for growth. Benefits include health coverage after 90 days, a 401(k) with a 4% employer match, paid time off, and vacation time.

Responsibilities for the Accounting Manager include:

• Managing the day-to-day accounting operations, including AR, AP, GL Management, billings, vendor setup, banking activities, etc.
• Collaborating with the Chief Financial Officer in supporting business operations analysis, and implementing operating metrics;
• Overseeing and managing the monthly close process for multiple entities, including journal entries, management reporting and close package preparation;
• Reviewing balance sheets and P&L and maintain detailed records;
• Overseeing bank and credit card reconciliations;
• Creating and documenting streamlined standard operating procedures and recommending ways to improve and measure company performance based on financial results; developing, implementing and maintain internal policies, financial controls, processes and procures in compliance with GAAP standards;
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements for the Accounting Manager include:

• Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or Economics;
• 5-7+ years of progressive experience in full-cycle accounting;
• Experience with 3^rd party business management platforms is essential - Paychex, Bill.com, QuickBooks and others;
• Understanding of GAAP standards and reporting required;
• Ability to manipulate and analyze data using advanced Excel skills;
• A sense of urgency, self-motivation, and ability to multi-task with excellent follow-through is required for success;
• Ability to pivot to ever-changing business needs; able to be nimble in strategy to achieve company objectives;
• Demonstrated forward-thinking approach and experience with enhancing, developing and streamlining processes and procedures;
• Payroll processing experience and experience with certified payroll preparation and automation;
• Experience with job costing and reporting as well as experience with payroll reporting for OCIP and CCIP insured jobs

Preferred Requirements for the Accounting Manager:

• Experience working with ERPs with a view to sourcing efficient financial operations
• CPA/CMA and MBA
• Cost Accounting experience
• Experience with sales tax and payroll tax reporting and filing
• Experience in multi-company operations and consolidations