Accounting Manager

This is a remote position.

SUMMARY

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with US GAAP in a private equity–backed environment. This role manages a small accounting team, plays a key role in inventory and cost accounting, and supports timely and reliable financial information for management, lenders, and the private equity sponsor.

The position is hands-on and operational, with a strong focus on close execution and continuous process improvement within the company’s Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) ERP environment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

· Financial Reporting & Close

o Manage and execute the monthly close process

o Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly trial balance in accordance with U.S. GAAP and support reporting requirements for the private equity sponsor

o Learn the business to provide timely commentary on the monthly operating results

o Provide support for the annual external audit as requested and serve as a key point of contact with external auditors

o Oversee key accounting estimates and judgments, including accruals, reserves, and inventory-related accounts

· Inventory & Cost Accounting

o Oversee inventory accounting for a multi-location wholesale distribution business

o Monitor and account for inventory shrink, obsolescence, freight capitalization, rebates, and vendor programs

o Support cycle count processes and annual physical inventories, ensuring proper reconciliation and reserve adjustments

o Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve inventory accuracy and controls

· ERP & Systems

o Serve as the key accounting owner for Great Plains

o Ensure proper system configuration, data integrity, and consistent accounting treatment within the ERP, to include any add-ons

o Coordinate with IT to maintain and enhance reporting through external tools, which currently include SQL and Tableau

o Support process improvements, reporting enhancements, and system-related initiatives

· Internal Controls & Compliance

o Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting appropriate for a lean accounting organization in a private equity–backed environment

o Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and lender reporting requirements

o Support working capital management and covenant reporting

· Leadership & Team Management

o Manage and develop one direct report within the accounting function

o Review work products, provide coaching, and ensure deadlines and quality standards are met

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