Accounting Manager

Location: Red Bank, NJ Area
Employment Type: Full-Time

We are partnering with a growing organization in the Red Bank, NJ area seeking an experienced and driven Accounting Manager to join its leadership team. This individual will play a key role in overseeing financial reporting, accounting operations, process improvement initiatives, and team leadership across regional entities. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in GAAP, experience leading accounting teams, and a passion for driving operational excellence and transformation.

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for regional entities
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Analyze financial results, variances, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Partner with Regional Directors of Finance Operations (RDFOs) to provide actionable financial insights and recommendations

• Oversee general ledger activities, approve journal entries, and review account reconciliations
• Ensure proper accrual accounting practices, including labor, maintenance, fuel, and related expenses
• Maintain and enforce accounting policies and procedures across multiple locations
• Drive efficiency and improve accuracy throughout the close process

• Lead initiatives to streamline and accelerate month-end close activities
• Partner with cross-functional teams and leadership to improve accounting workflows
• Drive process improvements and automation efforts
• Ensure consistency and integrity across financial systems including Oracle ERP, EPBCS, and FCCS

• Lead, mentor, and develop regional accounting staff
• Establish performance objectives and conduct evaluations
• Foster a culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and audit requirements
• Support internal and external audit activities
• Maintain adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, including industry-specific requirements where applicable

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA strongly preferred
• 8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 3–5+ years of accounting leadership experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience leading accounting transformation, process automation, and system improvements
• Prior experience supporting integrations related to acquisitions or newly acquired businesses
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools;
  Oracle experience strongly preferred
• Industry experience within transportation, logistics, fleet management, or multi-site environments preferred

• Opportunity to make a strategic impact within a growing organization
• Leadership visibility and partnership with senior executives
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement
• Strong opportunity for career growth and advancement

If you are an accounting leader looking for an opportunity to drive change, lead teams, and make a measurable impact, we’d love to connect with you.