Accounting Manager

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Location: Vineland, NJ

Level: Mid-senior Accountant/Junior Controller

For one of our clients, a global leader in the production and distribution of cured meats, we are looking for an Accounting Manager, willing and able to cover both senior accountant and controller roles.

Your role is critical in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department. You will ensure the integrity of their financial data, manage the preparation of accurate financial statements, and maintain compliance with relevant financial laws and regulations. Your insights and management will support their overall financial health and play a key role in strategic decision-making across departments.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Department restructuring: you will review the current Accounting Department organization, processes, and team and will propose any change needed in order to support the business as it grows.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: You’ll oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring all transactions are accurate and processed in a timely manner.
• General Ledger Management: You’ll be responsible for maintaining and reconciling the general ledger, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and internal controls.
• Cash Receipts & Forecasting: Manage cash receipts and perform cash forecasting to ensure proper allocation and optimal cash flow for the company.
• Treasury Management: You’ll monitor cash flow, manage bank account records, and perform treasury functions to maintain financial stability.
• Fixed Asset & Capital Assets Management: Track and manage capital assets, performing regular reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: You’ll lead the preparation and management of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts, providing analysis of financial performance and variance explanations.
• Variance Analysis: Conduct in-depth revenue and expenditure variance analysis, identifying trends and providing actionable insights for improvement.
• Financial Statement Preparation: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Taxation Compliance: Ensure the company meets all tax filing deadlines and remains compliant with local, state, and federal tax regulations.
• Financial & Management Reports: Generate and present financial reports to management, supporting key business decisions and performance reviews.
• Audit Support: You’ll support both internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries promptly.
• Electronic Transfers & Payments: Oversee the preparation and execution of electronic payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Vendor Management: Maintain positive vendor relations by handling invoice processing and resolving inquiries.
• Risk Management: Coordinate annual policy renewals and ensure appropriate coverage for company assets and liabilities.
• Inventory Reconciliation: Ensure accurate tracking, observation, and reconciliation of inventory, ensuring proper valuation and reporting in financial statements.
• Other Duties as Assigned: Be flexible and adaptable to take on additional tasks or special projects as needed to support the department’s goals and the company’s objectives.