Accounting Manager​/Supervisor Brooklyn, NY

Accounting Manager

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations for a consumer products and distribution business in Brooklyn, New York. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, guiding the close process, and supporting reliable reporting in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and a hands-on approach to process oversight and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead daily accounting and accounts payable operations, ensuring work is completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Manage, coach, and develop team members through ongoing feedback, training, and performance management.
• Oversee the recording of financial activity to support accurate books and compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Direct month-end and year-end close activities, coordinating deliverables across the team to meet reporting timelines.
• Review journal entries prepared by staff and enter approved adjustments from authorized leaders when needed.
• Monitor the general ledger and chart of accounts to preserve data accuracy and consistency across reporting periods.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, account analyses, and variance explanations to identify issues and resolve discrepancies.
• Support the creation of monthly and annual financial statements, management reporting packages, and audit-ready schedules.
• Partner with the Accounting Director on internal controls, external audits, regulatory compliance, and operational improvements.