Accounting Project Manager; HYBRID

Accounting Project Manager

The Accounting Project Manager oversees key accounting projects and month-end activities to ensure expenses are accurately recorded in accordance with GAAP. This role focuses on project setup, large-volume general ledger reconciliations, and supporting self-distribution project rollouts for the accounting group. The Accounting Project Manager collaborates closely with business users, performs system testing from an accounting perspective, and acts as a liaison for inventory adjustment exceptions.

The position requires strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support accounting work streams for the Oracle Cloud (Oracle Fusion) implementation
• Partner with Accounting leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to define requirements, manage timelines, and drive deliverables
• Act as liaison between Accounting, IT, and implementation partners
• Participate in system design, configuration, and user acceptance testing (UAT), ensuring financial accuracy and process integrity
• Support design and implementation of inventory, cost accounting, and stock ledger processes within Oracle Fusion
• Provide subject matter expertise on stock ledger and inventory accounting, particularly during back-end implementation phases
• Partner with Supply Chain and Operations to ensure alignment between operational flows and financial reporting
• Develop and maintain accounting process documentation, SOPs, and playbooks
• Support "train-the-trainer" efforts for new systems and processes
• Create and tailor training materials (including Oracle-provided content) and track adoption across teams
• Ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting, including accruals, reconciliations, and COGS analysis
• Support inventory accounting processes including VMI, cross-docking, and distribution model transitions
• Assist in developing KPIs, dashboards, and reporting to support business performance
• Partner with Finance, IT, Supply Chain, and Data teams to ensure data integrity and alignment across systems
• Support issue resolution, process improvements, and system enhancements

Essential

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• 10+ years of accounting-related experience.
• CPA certification or active CPA candidacy.
• Comprehensive understanding of GAAP, accounting procedures, accounting concepts, and internal control processes in accounts payable and general accounting.
• Hands-on experience with financial statements, balance sheets, financial reporting, bank reconciliations, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills to produce reports and spreadsheets.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including strong Excel skills for spreadsheet preparation and data analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction while successfully accomplishing objectives.

Additional Skills &

Qualifications:

• System implementation or project experience.
• Public accounting experience.
• Experience participating in or supporting accounting-related projects, including testing and process improvements.
• Experience using Excel to streamline processes, including downloading, manipulating, and uploading data.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional business users to define requirements and support project execution.

Work Environment:

The selection process includes two rounds of interviews, providing candidates with an opportunity to meet with key leaders and discuss the role in depth. The position operates in a professional accounting and project-focused environment that emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and adherence to GAAP and internal controls. The role involves regular use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, to…