Accounting Manager

Our client is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting functions, supervise a team of accounting professionals, and ensure accurate financial reporting for a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar business unit. This role is highly visible within the organization and offers the opportunity to partner closely with operations and senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Close & Reporting

• Help oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close for the business unit

• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses

• Ensure accurate and timely financial statements aligned with corporate accounting policies

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process for the business unit

• Partner with operations and leadership to develop rolling forecasts

• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide insights to drive decision making

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure adherence to GAAP

• Support internal and external audit activities

• Implement process improvements to strengthen accuracy and efficiency

Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary finance contact for business unit leadership

• Provide financial guidance on operational initiatives, cost management, and profitability

• Support strategic planning and scenario modeling

Team Leadership

• Manage and mentor accounting staff

• Oversee workload distribution, training, and performance development

Experience:

• 4-year degree in accounting or finance required with a minimum of 5 years of experience

• CPA - strongly preferred

• Solid understanding of GAAP

• Experience with month end close, consolidations, and financial reporting

• Strong grasp of internal controls and audit processes

• Proficiency with larger ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)