Accounting Manager
Job in
Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama, 35275, USA
Listing for:
Bhamparking
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-07-14
Job specializations:
-
Accounting
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 110000 USD Yearly
USD
70000.00
110000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Accounting Manager
Job Summary To oversee, manage, and perform authority accounting functions including accounts payable/receivable, invoice management, accounting records management, payment processing, reconciliations, audits, revenue recording/reporting, prepares and presents reports to the CEO and Board of Directors. Participates in month‑end closing and annual audit activities. Supervises and assigns staff and oversees training.
Ensures internal controls are in place and followed. Maintains and expands knowledge and skills regarding accounting policies and standards; stays informed of changes in internal and regulatory guidelines. Organizes and maintains a variety of detailed financial records, both manually and through automated methods.
The statements included in this description are intended to reflect this job's general duties and responsibilities. They are not to be considered all-inclusive. The employee may be assigned other tasks that are not explicitly included in this summary.
Essential Functions
Oversee accounting and accounts payable activities including purchase order processing, invoice processing, invoice coding, petty cash management, initiate stop payments and void check requests, verify proper documentation and authorization, process items in Authority’s financial operations platform, prepare and remit 1099’s, and file accounts payable documents and reports.Resolve payment issues with vendors and customers, working with other departments to resolve invoice issues and discrepancies and ensuring timely payments to vendors.Assist with daily accounting activities required to maintain the Authority’s general ledger, prepare journal entries and other financial transactions to record revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities accurately and on time, perform general ledger imports and journal entry processing, and assist with monthly revenue recording for parking operations.Provide financial administrative support to management, including preparing and presenting financial reports at Board meetings, and preparing reports and analysis as assigned or required, including reporting to external agencies.Perform daily and monthly account reconciliations, including clearing account reconciliations for ACH/cash transactions, credit card activity, and accounts receivable balances across integrated accounting systems. Reconcile accounts receivable balances between the general ledger and aged receivable reports, and coordinate with the accounts receivable staff to address prior‑period adjustments.Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, including working with outside auditors.Prepare memoranda, letters, and other correspondence to customers and vendors, and assist other authority staff in performing day‑to‑day financial activities.Participate in pre‑employment interviews and make hiring recommendations as needed; interpret and apply human resources policies, departmental policies, and other relevant procedures; review time and leave reports, train or oversee training of subordinates, conduct staff meetings, prepare and review performance appraisals, counsel employees, and recommend disciplinary action as needed.Perform activities, functions, and other related tasks and duties as assigned or required by management.Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Work Experience
Five or more years of experience; at least two years of accounting experience, including management experience. Governmental accounting experience preferred.
Skills
- Knowledge and proficiency in GAAP and practices.
- Working knowledge of methods, procedures, and terminology used in professional accounting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in financial operations platforms including and Quick Books.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and advanced Excel and Quick Books proficiency.
- Ab…
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