Accounting Manager

Description

Objective
The Accounting Manager utilizes their accounting knowledge and expertise to ensure accurate and timely close and financial reporting to internal and external business partners. This position will oversee day-to-day processes within the Accounting Department and serve as the main point of contact on projects as needed. This position works closely with the Finance Leadership and other accounting team members and acts as a technical resource for various accounting areas.

Essential Responsibilities  

• Oversee and manage cost and inventory accounting, including understanding of batch and standard costing methodology, and both in-house and third-party manufacturing processes and costing.
• Review journal entries and account reconciliations of Senior and Staff Accountants and others to ensure compliance with accounting policies. 
• Actively work to identify and solve accounting discrepancies, including research and documentation of balance sheet and income statement fluctuations.
• Serve as a technical resource for Senior and Staff Accountants, the Accounting Clerks, and others within the organization.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts for more complex or key accounts and resolve reconciling items. 
• Create, improve, and maintain internal controls and organizational processes both within and external to the accounting department. 
• Work closely with the Controller, Finance Leadership, and other accounting team members to ensure accurate and timely close and reporting to internal and external business partners including board members and investors. 
• Assist in preparation and review of financial statements, footnotes, and supporting schedules. 
• Support the fulfillment of audit requests from internal and external auditors, and act as a primary point of contact for financial areas of responsibility. 
• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the general ledger, cost center, and department structure. 
• Perform month- and year-end closing responsibilities including preparation of reconciliations and journal entries, and review as needed. 
• Develop and mentor accounting team to build their professional expertise and maximize potential. 
• Conducts quantitative analyses of information impacting budgets, expenses, and other financial projects.
• Implement best practices to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.

Additional Responsibilities

• Ad hoc research of technical accounting questions and issues. 
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). 
• Strong understanding and experience in cost accounting and inventory.
• 7 years accounting experience, inventory and/or manufacturing industry experience a plus.
• 3 years management experience. 
• Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives. 
• CPA License highly preferred. 
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel, preferred.
• Ability to problem-solve, self-start, and work independently. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Strong organization, deductive reasoning, and attention to detail. 
• Continuous-improvement mindset. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting and perform tasks efficiently and accurately. 
• Knowledge of SAP Business One/Orchestrated Beer a plus.

Physical & Mental Requirements 

Must have the physical and mental strength and endurance to be able to perform duties, in at times extreme environments, as well as the ability to handle stressors of the position in operational and administrative situations. Required to occasionally lift and move 10 - 25 pounds. Expected to stand, sit, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, talk, hear, taste, smell, see, and operate objects, tools, and controls. 

Position Snap Shot 

Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid Remote (3 days in office)

Job Type: Exempt 

Pay Type: Salary, $80,000 - $110,000

Supervisor: Assistant Controller / Controller 

Manages Others: Yes

Minimum Education: BA/BS in Accounting required 

Minimum Certification: CPA Preferred 

Minimum Experience: 7 Years accounting experience, 3 Years management experience 

Age Requirement: 18 Years and Older 

Required Travel: N/A 

Driving Requirements: N/A 

Tools & Equipment Used: Standard Office Equipment

Diversity Statement:

Monster Brewing Compnay values a diverse and inclusive workplace and believes that a career in craft beer should be accessible to all people. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to individuals of every race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. 

The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position as a result of evolving business needs.

Salary : $80,000 - $110,000