Manager, Accounting & Administration

Job Description

Salary:
Manager, Accounting and Administration (Full-Time)

LoVasco is, first and foremost, an advocate for the employers with which we work and a champion for the well‑being of their employees. We are committed to helping HR teams, plan sponsors, and executive teams offer benefit programs that foster positive company culture, increase engagement, and promote the health and financial wellness of their employees and executives.

We are an energetic, rapidly growing company that values our commitment to taking care of people. Located in downtown Detroit, LoVasco hires dedicated professionals who deliver the highest degree of expertise and service to our clients.

The Manager of Accounting and Administration oversees all aspects of financial reporting and accounting functions within the organization as well as supporting other operational and administrative functions of the firm. This role’s primary focus is ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulations and providing strategic financial guidance to senior management. Secondarily, this position will support the visionary and integrator in carrying out general operational and administrative matters.

This is a full‑time, hybrid position. In‑office work is expected one‑two days a week; however, more in‑office attendance is welcomed.

• Oversee and manage all general accounting functions, including performing month‑end closing process, preparing and booking journal entries, and associated account reconciliations.
• Collect, analyze, verify, and report financial data for the leadership team in a timely manner.
• Implement and manage the budget process from start to finish.
• Oversight of revenue and expense, including payroll backup.
• Serve as tax liaison to CPA firm and finalize final tax filings.
• Accounts receivable – reconciling commissions received vs. expected. Provide producing account managers with regular updates.
• Provide backup for Senior Accounting Associate for daily accounting responsibilities, including ACH payments and monitoring positive pay requirements with the bank, and AP/AR duties.
• Maintain and improve current accounting infrastructure to scale with business growth, including documentation of policies and procedures.
• Oversee all audits/reviews – financial, tax, bank, etc. Provide backup for Senior Accounting Associate for commission responsibilities, including deposit entries, tracking and monitoring of expected commissions.
• Support visionary and Integrator/COO with general operations, planning, and administering our operational structure.
• Support HR/Operations with various corporate services functions such as IT and other administrative functions.

• Loves numbers and accounting and with pride in knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations
• Strong time management and organizational skills, comfortable working independently
• Detail‑oriented with a passion for accuracy
• Create positive relationships with clients and coworkers
• Always look for opportunities to add value

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA designation preferred.
• Five or more years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Proficiency in Quick Books accounting software.
• Proficient or able to learn how to manage work in Asana, our project management tool.
• Knowledge and understanding of GAAP and its implications.
• Adept at creating budgets and managing the budgeting process.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with client project teams, benefits administrators, and external vendors.
• Proven leadership ability with a track record of driving results and managing projects.
• Proficient in multitasking and able to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional writing abilities.

• Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)
• Getting Things Done (GTD) productivity method

LoVasco offers competitive compensation, benefits, continuing education and training, and…