As a Full-time Accounting Manager in Charlotte, NC, where you'll be part of the largest forest consulting firm in the U.S. AFM values hard work, attention to detail, and a positive company culture. If you're local to Charlotte and possess 10 years of progressive accounting and management experience preferred, along with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Suite products, we want you on our team.
More about who we are:
American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) is the largest forest consulting firm in the United States. AFM currently manages approximately 5.6 million acres of privately owned timberland and has sold over $5.4 billion in real estate transactions under AFM Real Estate, a subsidiary of AFM. With 300 employees operating from 52 offices located in 20 states, Panama and Costa Rica, AFM's team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services. Our small regionally dispersed offices allow us to provide individualized services, and our large overall size allows us to coordinate teams of foresters and technical specialists for large, complex jobs.
AFM's team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services including land and wildlife management, land sale and acquisition services, forest inventory and design, growth and yield modeling, cash flow projections, environmental services, appraisal, forest resource data management and harvest scheduling.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Position will be responsible for multiple client's accounting functions to include, but not limited to:

• Oversee and manage general accounting functions including, but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, log accounting, cash management and taxes.
• Assess current processes and procedures and make recommendations for improvements.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Manage year-end audits and tax return preparation including 1099 processing.
• Develop staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or a combination of education and relevant work experience. CPA or MBA preferred.
• 10 years of progressive accounting experience with a portion of it being in a supervisory role preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all levels of an organization.
• Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results.
• Knowledge of employee relationship building and performance management techniques.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with FPA, LIMS, InFocus, Yardi, and timber/delivered sales accounting is a plus but not required.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus but not required.
• Soft Skills: Communication, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Time Management, Collaboration, Client Services Orientation.

Work Environment
Join our team and thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment that values innovation, integrity, and professional growth. At American Forest Management, we foster a culture of teamwork and open communication, where every team member's contribution is recognized and valued.
Salary and Benefits

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation schedule
• Healthcare and disability plan
• 401(K) retirement plan
• Eligible for annual bonus plan

Join our team and be a crucial part of managing multiple client accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and top-notch customer service in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.