Accounting Manager

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly consolidation of financial results across business units, including elimination entries and intercompany transactions.
• Oversee centralized accounting processes including lease accounting (ASC 842), debt, insurance (workers’ compensation, general liability, health), and accounts receivable facilities.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors during the annual financial audit.
• Coordinate audit deliverables across departments and ensure timely responses to audit requests.
• Lead the preparation of annual financial statements and footnote disclosures in accordance with GAAP.
• Provide technical accounting support on complex topics such as revenue recognition, software development costs, and lease accounting.
• Partner with operational and accounting teams to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Identify root causes of accounting issues and propose actionable solutions to management.
• Mentor and guide junior accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including consolidation and audit.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and technical accounting standards.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools; proficiency in Excel required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.