Accounting Manager

As a member of the team, you can expect to:

• Make a difference through your work – You’ll be proud to tell your family and friends about what you do.
• Gain significant career experience only obtained within a fast-growing organization – Entry-level roles through executive leadership.
• Feel fulfilled and have fun – We work hard but make the time to build meaningful relationships and celebrate the wins.

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day transactional accounting operations with direct responsibility for accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable, payroll, and related financial processes. The role will apply accounting principles to ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting transactions are properly maintained according to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The role will supervise and support staff, including reviewing journal entries, reports, work papers, and policy and procedure setting.

The position supports the budget and forecasting activities, manages the annual 401(k) audit process, and drives continuous improvement initiatives and mindset. The Accounting Manager position reports directly to the Corporate Controller interacting and collaborating daily with CPI staff and managers and frequently with customers.

• Oversee daily transaction accounting operations, including accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable, and payroll functions.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, cash receipts, payroll, and related reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, and approve journal entries, accounts reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Collaborate with Assistant Controller to ensure cash distributions are approved and timely processed.
• Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and reporting packages.

• Manage customer billing, collections, and cash application processes.
• Monitor aging reports and partner with internal stakeholders to resolve outstanding balances.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve collection effectiveness and reduce past-due accounts.
• Maintain strong customer relationships with balancing collection objectives.

• Oversee vendor payment processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Monitor and improve AP workflows and approval processes.
• Manage 1099 reporting process annually.

• Oversee payroll processing and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate with Human Resources team regarding employee compensation, benefits deductions, and payroll changes.
• Ensure payroll taxes, filings, and related reporting are completed accurately and timely.

• Coordinate and manage the annual 401(k) audit process with external auditors and third-party administrators.
• Ensure timely completion of 401(k) audit requests, reconciliations, and required documentation.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with retirement plan regulations and reporting requirements.
• Participate in the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting process.
• Analyze department budgeting requests and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Provide support to the annual audit process by interacting with external auditors and internal stakeholders and by providing accurate, timely supporting materials, and resolving audit inquiries, as necessary.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve efficiencies, enhance internal controls, and improve cash collections.
• Lead or support system enhancements, process improvements, and other strategic initiatives.
• Develop, mentor, and supervise accounting staff, fostering accountability, and professionalism.
• Create and maintain documentation for accounting policies and procedures.
• Complete timely expense reporting.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders ensuring transparency, good communication, and a customer service mindset.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting…