Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Join Our Dynamic Team at TIG! TIG is a proud veteran-owned enterprise founded in Iowa. As leaders in value-added distribution, we provide innovative solutions nationwide. We offer diverse career opportunities, with state-of-the-art warehousing, packaging, logistics, and assembly operations. Our corporate offices are conveniently located in Marshalltown and Des Moines, Iowa. At TIG Distributing, we value our team members and offer excellent benefits, including bonuses, paid time off, holidays, and a competitive salary.

TIG practices equal opportunity employment to ensure that equal employment and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees based on individual qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

TIG seeks a motivated finance professional to join our team as a full-time Accounting Manager! In this position, you will have the opportunity to lead a small team of Accounting Specialists within a growing company in the logistics and supply chain industry. If you are seeking a dynamic role with a variety of work, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, the Accounting Manager will be responsible for comprehensive financial management, including financial reporting, accounting processes, inventory management, internal controls, and performance reporting. The Account Manager will collaborate with all departments to ensure accurate data reporting through robust accounting processes. This role is crucial for supporting TIG's growth, both organically and through acquisitions.

General Duties, and Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing processes, including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and consolidations.
• Provide variance analysis and insights to support decision-making.
• Maintain, coordinate, and report on budgets.

Accounts Payable Management

• Ensure timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices.
• Analyze AP metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Ensure proper authorization, documentation, and controls surrounding payables.

Accounts Receivable Management

• Develop and implement collection strategies to ensure timely receipt of payments.
• Analyze AR metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Inventory Management

• Coordinate with operations teams to ensure accurate inventory balances through tracking of cycle counts, adjustments, and key measures.
• Monitor and analyze inventory purchase price variances to ensure accuracy and control over costs.
• Audit and Compliance
• Act as liaison to the annual external audit process, including the preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Stay up to date and maintain compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and industry trends.

Internal Controls and Process Improvement

• Develop and implement internal controls to ensure safeguarding of assets and accurate financial reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Team Leadership and Support

• Directly support accounting personnel in fulfilling all required team tasks and functions as required by the business.
• Ensure team adherence to best practices in financial management and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA certification preferred.
• At least 5 years of proven accounting experience within the manufacturing, distribution, or logistics industry.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with ERP systems, particularly X3 financial system is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Competencies/Skills

• Strong, assertive, and clear written and oral communication.
• Willingness to grow and adapt as the needs of the business grow.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and team-orientated, able to work with diverse individuals within and outside the TIG/Exodus Organizations.
• Self-motivated, self-directed, and hardworking.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to grasp or handle objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk, and hear.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required from personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as needed.