Accounting Manager Job in Pennsauken, NJ

Accounting Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the accounting department while mentoring and developing the accounting staff. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional with strong leadership abilities and proven expertise in consolidations, SOX controls, and SAP. The Accounting Manager will maintain internal controls, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, manage fixed assets, identify variances, review journal entries, oversee the month/year end process, provide documentation for audit preparation, and assist with the budgeting and forecasting process.

The ideal Accounting Manager will have solid financial analysis skillset, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong understanding of GAAP standards, and the capacity to multi-task while meeting crucial deadlines.

What you get to work on daily:

• Oversee daily accounting operations and provide leadership, direction, and support to senior and staff accounting personnel
• Manage and execute the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely completion
• Review account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and other accounting activities for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare and/or review financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules
• Ensure accounting activities are performed in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies
• Provide technical accounting guidance and assist with the research and resolution of complex accounting issues
• Support consolidation activities, including intercompany transactions and account reconciliations, as applicable
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and support compliance with SOX requirements
• Partner with FP&A and other departments to improve accounting processes, controls, reporting, and overall operational efficiency
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance the accuracy and timeliness of financial information
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documentation, schedules, and explanations
• Develop, coach, and mentor accounting staff while promoting accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
• Assist with special projects, system initiatives, and other accounting-related activities as needed