Accounting Manager​/Supervisor Job in Salem, NH

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations and provide accurate, timely financial insight for the business. Based in Salem, New Hampshire, this role oversees financial close activities, project-based accounting, and daily cash management while supporting strong compliance and reporting practices. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, sound technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to partner effectively with operational leaders to improve financial performance.

Responsibilities:

• Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to deliver complete and reliable financial results on schedule.
• Manage the general ledger by reviewing detailed journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for key accounts.
• Investigate balance sheet variances and ensure outstanding items are resolved promptly and accurately.
• Administer accounting across multiple entities, including intercompany balancing and consolidation adjustments.
• Oversee fixed asset records, depreciation activity, asset retirements, and periodic physical verification processes.
• Lead project and job cost accounting by tracking budgets, actual spending, forecasts, and overall contract profitability.
• Prepare work-in-progress reporting and apply percentage-of-completion revenue recognition in accordance with accounting requirements.
• Partner with project and operations teams to evaluate billing status, contract changes, margin trends, and financial risks.
• Supervise accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including invoicing, collections, vendor payments, cash application, and related controls.
• Support cash forecasting, banking activity, audit coordination, tax compliance, and ongoing improvements to internal controls and financial processes.