What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at Advantex?
Job Title: Accounting Manager / Controller
HYBRID: 4/WFH - 1 (IN-Office)
Join a dynamic team and take your accounting career to the next level! We are looking for a skilled and visionary Accounting Manager / Controller to oversee and streamline our financial operations, bring leadership to a talented team, and ensure the continued growth of our organization. If you're passionate about improving processes, driving efficiency, and making an impact, this is the role for you!
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting Operations & Policy Development:
- Lead the creation and implementation of a comprehensive accounting manual to standardize financial processes and internal controls across the company.
- Ensure strict compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal policies, safeguarding financial integrity.
- Oversee the general ledger, financial close process, and reconciliations, ensuring all financials are accurate and complete.
- Establish, enhance, and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures for optimal financial performance.
Leadership in System & Process Improvements:
- Spearhead accounting system upgrades, implement new payment systems, and drive innovative projects that boost efficiency and accuracy in reporting.
- Identify and integrate best practices for financial operations, with a focus on automating workflows to streamline processes.
Financial Reporting & Budgeting:
- Take charge of the budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring alignment with broader company goals and strategies.
- Prepare and review comprehensive financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses, offering critical insights to senior management.
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
- Collaborate with senior leadership, offering data-driven financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
Compliance & Technical Accounting:
- Ensure full compliance with GAAP and tax reporting requirements, keeping the company in line with all financial regulations.
- Research, document, and implement accounting policies to keep the company at the forefront of industry best practices.
- Coordinate tax reporting and compliance efforts, working with external partners to ensure all filings are timely and accurate.
Team Management:
- Lead, supervise, and mentor the accounting team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional development.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred).
- 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a managerial role.
- Previous experience in a Big 4 accounting firm or a large, complex organization is highly preferred.
- A passion for continuous improvement and leading teams to success.
