Accounting Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing and directing the day-to-day activities of the accounting department to uphold precision, productivity, and adherence to accounting standards and regulations. This position involves guiding a team, offering assistance and encouragement to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. The Accounting Manager will play a key role in refining financial processes, implementing internal controls, and supporting strategic financial initiatives in collaboration with senior leadership.

Supervisors foster team motivation and morale through strong communication, teamwork, and accountability. This position requires leadership, customer service, professionalism, and adaptability, with a strong ability to manage both technical accounting functions and team performance.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead and manage the accounting team, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines.
• Communicate job expectations, monitor performance, and provide feedback to staff.
• Conduct regular team meetings and individual coaching sessions to drive professional development and performance improvement.
• Collaborate with the COO to ensure seamless financial operations and process efficiency.
• Oversee and review reconciliations, invoicing, customer payments, vendor payments, and debt management.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including preparation of financial statements and supporting documentation.
• Develop and refine accounting and finance processes, ensuring compliance with internal controls and industry best practices.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks through proactive analysis and implementation of appropriate procedures.
• Assist with year-end preparation, reporting, and audits.
• Oversee payroll-related functions, including time records, paid time off tracking, and payroll processing, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal accounting regulations.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance workflow, reporting accuracy, and efficiency within the department.
• Act as a key liaison between accounting and other departments, facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
• Duties are not limited to above and may be adjusted at any time.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with progressively increasing levels of responsibility.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Comfortable presenting financial results to senior leadership.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes in accounting regulations and business needs.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and hold a team accountable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-accounting stakeholders.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial reporting tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel, or other relevant systems).