Accounting Manager

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The Accounting manager position will serve as a key financial partner within the Company by performing month end accounting reviews and tasks, daily, for the corporate general ledger. The Accounting Manager will review consolidating financial and payroll information from operating locations, providing balance sheet reconciliation and analysis assistance, and performing accounting research. This position will be expected to gain a detailed understanding of accounting policies, P&L accounts and balance sheet accounts. The Accounting manager will provide leadership and guidance on unusual or complex problems. This position will also be expected to review reports and results with management as required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Producing and analyzing monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statements and work papers including documentation

• Help the monthly financial close process by independently identifying and processing the necessary journal entries assigned, including monthly adjusting journal entries required to properly reflect the consolidation of the financial statements.

• Review reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts according to prescribed frequency to ensure balances are properly supported and explained by independently collaborating with key stakeholders to resolve any reconciliation issues in a timely manner. Performing accounting research and conduct variance analysis on payroll results to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes impacting completeness and accuracy of the financial statements.

• Maintain all aspects of the general ledger

• Identify and correct inaccuracies in the company’ financial records

• Work cross functionally with various departments and operations

• Assign duties and monitor work of staff for accuracy and conformance to policies and procedures

• Coordinate preparation for annual audit process

• Ensure internal controls, compliance, and support audit readiness.

• Possess management skills to plan, organize and execute responsibilities for accurate and timely completion.

• Ability to communicate and develop working relationships with others inside and outside of the company

Education/Qualification:

• Bachelor or Associate degree or equivalent work experience

• Excellent relationship management skills

• Proven ability to grow account revenue thru activities such as product expansion, promotional opportunities, and program implementations

• Experience analyzing sales reports and identifying trends

• Proven ability to create and implement strategic plans

• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills

• Ability to organize and prioritize workload throughout multiple accounts and meet deadlines

• Must be driven to identify and exceed customer needs and expectations

• Ability to listen attentively, respond effectively and resolve account issues promptly

• Ability to act as the lead point of contact for matters specific to your accounts, from operational tasks to important initiatives

• Proven ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Detail-oriented and outstanding organizational skills

• Ability to forecast, monitor, and manage inventory

• Ability to communicate and work effectively across various internal organizations in support of account initiatives

• Comfortable learning new technology/product lines in a highly innovative environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software with emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint

Other Duties:

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Benefits and Perks:

• Excellent pay

• Medical, dental, vision

• Company paid life insurance

• Company paid short-term disability

• 401K with employer match

• Paid vacation and company holidays

• Training and Career Development

• Company vehicle (if job applicable)

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer