Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Summary:

Seeking a detail-oriented and process-driven Accounting Manager to oversee multi-entity accounting operations for a national company with ties to the food service industry. This role will professionalize month-end close, drive process improvements, and provide oversight of commission accounting, expense activity, and financial reporting across multiple regions. Ideal for a hands-on accounting leader with strong audit skills and experience in fast-paced, service-oriented environments.

Location:

Charlotte, NC (Hybrid - minimum 3 days/week onsite; additional onsite during initial ramp-up)

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm; minimal travel required

Compensation: $130,000-$160,000 base + ~15% bonus (trimester payouts)

Benefits:

* ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

* 401(k)

* Health, dental, vision insurance

* Long-term disability

* Paid time off and company holidays

Key Responsibilities:

* Own and professionalize the month-end close process for multiple entities

* Full-charge accounting responsibilities including multi-entity consolidations and shared services

* Reallocation of expenses and income across entities

* Oversight of commission accounting, with monthly commission cycles

* Monitor and manage expense activity, including corporate card usage

* Implement and improve processes, internal controls, and KPIs to enhance efficiency and accuracy

* Prepare and analyze financial statements; identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement

* Partner with operations, finance, and leadership to support growth and strategic initiatives

* Support compliance, documentation, and regulatory reporting

Qualifications:

Required:

* Minimum 10 years progressive accounting experience, including audit ownership and multi-entity/multi-state financial oversight

* Experience in mid-market companies ($20-$100M) or service-oriented organizations

* Proven experience leading or mentoring accounting teams

* Strong technical skills in ERP/accounting systems (Intuit Enterprise Suite, SAP Concur/Ramp, or similar)

* Proficiency in Power BI and advanced Excel

* Deep understanding of GAAP, multi-entity consolidations, and internal controls

* Highly organized, process-oriented, and detail-focused

Preferred:

* Prior experience in companies serving the food service or related industries

* Experience driving process improvements, automation, and workflow efficiency

* Strategic problem-solving mindset and solutions-oriented approach

* Comfort working in a dynamic, evolving environment with multiple stakeholders

Category Code: JN001, JN037

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