Accounting Manager, CPG Firm

Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing the organization's accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely processing of financial transactions. This role oversees cash flow planning, vendor and customer payment activities, process improvement initiatives, and team development while driving operational efficiency and exceptional internal and external service. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience within AP and AR operations, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to partner cross-functionally to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate payment processing while maintaining a high level of responsiveness to vendor inquiries.
• Manage customer account reconciliations, collections, payment application, and dispute resolution activities.
• Monitor cash flow trends and identify opportunities to improve working capital, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
• Develop and enhance payment strategies, forecasting processes, controls, and departmental metrics.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and customer service excellence.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, including performance management, hiring, training, and coaching.
• Provide technical guidance and support for complex transaction processing and system-related issues.
• Review team output to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company policies.
• Communicate key trends, risks, and opportunities related to cash flow, receivables, and vendor management to senior leadership.
• Oversee vendor master maintenance, customer credit reviews, and related financial documentation.
• Manage intercompany transactions, including loan and interest activity, where applicable.
• Develop, analyze, and present departmental KPIs and operational reports.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment and coding of transactions in accordance with US GAAP.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and audit requirements.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures and training materials.
• Prepare and file annual 1099 reporting.
• Lead month-end close activities related to AP and AR.
• Support internal and external audit requests.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives as needed.