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Accounting Manager
LatitudeSwanton, OH, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Oct 2024
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Job Title: Accounting ManagerLocation: Swanton OHDepartment: Finance/AccountingReports To: Controller
Job SummaryThe Accounting Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial reporting, internal controls, and company policies. This position will manage a team of accounting professionals, provide leadership and mentorship, and assist in implementing financial strategies to support organizational goals.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupervision of Accounting Staff: Lead, mentor, and oversee the accounting team, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions. Assign tasks and review work for accuracy and compliance with procedures and regulations.Month-End Close: Oversee and manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements to ensure accuracy and timeliness.Financial Reporting: Prepare, analyze, and present financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).Internal Controls: Ensure the implementation and maintenance of effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity. Recommend improvements to existing processes and controls.Compliance & Audits: Coordinate and manage external audits and reviews. Ensure the company complies with local, state, and federal financial regulations. Assist in preparing documentation for audits and resolving any identified discrepancies.Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in developing and maintaining annual budgets and financial forecasts. Provide analysis of financial performance and variances to ensure sound financial management.Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve accounting operations and processes, implementing best practices to increase efficiency and accuracy.Team Development: Provide training, guidance, and performance evaluations for accounting staff. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging professional growth.Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as procurement, HR, and operations, to ensure proper financial reporting and alignment with business objectives.Special Projects: Assist with ad hoc financial projects and analysis as assigned by the Controller or senior management.
QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification is a plus.Experience: Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
Skills:Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle).Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and complex formulas.Excellent organizational and time-management skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.High attention to detail and accuracy.
Job SummaryThe Accounting Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial reporting, internal controls, and company policies. This position will manage a team of accounting professionals, provide leadership and mentorship, and assist in implementing financial strategies to support organizational goals.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupervision of Accounting Staff: Lead, mentor, and oversee the accounting team, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions. Assign tasks and review work for accuracy and compliance with procedures and regulations.Month-End Close: Oversee and manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements to ensure accuracy and timeliness.Financial Reporting: Prepare, analyze, and present financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).Internal Controls: Ensure the implementation and maintenance of effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity. Recommend improvements to existing processes and controls.Compliance & Audits: Coordinate and manage external audits and reviews. Ensure the company complies with local, state, and federal financial regulations. Assist in preparing documentation for audits and resolving any identified discrepancies.Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in developing and maintaining annual budgets and financial forecasts. Provide analysis of financial performance and variances to ensure sound financial management.Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve accounting operations and processes, implementing best practices to increase efficiency and accuracy.Team Development: Provide training, guidance, and performance evaluations for accounting staff. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging professional growth.Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as procurement, HR, and operations, to ensure proper financial reporting and alignment with business objectives.Special Projects: Assist with ad hoc financial projects and analysis as assigned by the Controller or senior management.
QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification is a plus.Experience: Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
Skills:Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle).Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and complex formulas.Excellent organizational and time-management skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.High attention to detail and accuracy.
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