Accounting Manager

SUMMARY:

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Accounting Department, including accounts payable, general ledger and the month-end close. This role ensures the accuracy of financial data, compliance with company policies and GAAP, adequacy of internal controls and drives process improvement. The Accounting Manager leads a team and partners cross-functionally to drive process improvements/operational efficiency and works closely with the outside auditors. This position plays a key role in supporting the Controller on special projects and leads initiatives that support organizational growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

General Accounting

Oversee the maintenance of the general ledger, ensuring accurate recording of assets, liabilities, revenues,           and expenses.

Manage all aspects of month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations.

Ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate accounting policies.

Prepare and review account reconciliations, analyses, and supporting documentation.

Working with the FP&A team, support the preparation of financial statements and management reports              for stakeholders.

Review and approve journal entries and ensure timely posting of transactions.

Accounts Payable Management

Supervise the accounts’ payable function, ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments and expense recognition.

Maintain vendor master data integrity and oversee compliance with company purchasing and approval                policies.

Review aging reports, manage payment schedules, and resolve vendor issues promptly.

Identify and implement opportunities to streamline AP workflows and increase automation.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

Design, monitor, and continuously strengthen internal control procedures to ensure compliance, accuracy,           and efficiency.

Lead initiatives to standardize accounting processes and drive efficiencies

Collaborate with IT and Finance teams to identify opportunities for process automation and ERP                            enhancements.

Audit & Compliance

Coordinate and support annual financial statement audits

Prepare audit schedules, respond to auditor requests, and ensure timely issue resolution.

Leadership & Collaboration

Supervise, train, and develop a team of professionals to promote accuracy, efficiency, and growth.

Communicate effectively with Finance, FP&A, Operations, and other departments to support cross-                        functional objectives.

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the accounting team.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA or CMA preferred.

Minimum of 8-12 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 4 years in a supervisory or          management role.

Strong technical accounting knowledge and familiarity with U.S. GAAP.

Prior experience in a consumer packaged goods (CPG) or manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

Demonstrated experience managing month-end close and audits.

Exposure to inventory accounting, trade deductions, and cost analysis a plus.

Proficiency in ERP systems

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Proven success in implementing process improvements and internal control enhancements.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Effective communicator with strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Competencies

Leadership and team development

Analytical and critical thinking

Attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to meet deadlines under pressure

Excellent communication and collaboration skills