Accounting Manager

Overview

The organization is seeking an Accounting Manager to join the Finance team and report to the Controller. This role oversees day-to-day accounting operations, supports monthly and annual reporting, and maintains strong internal controls to ensure financial accuracy and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Responsibilities

• Record and approve accounting transactions in accordance with GAAP guidelines.
• Review balance sheet account reconciliations; identify errors; provide feedback and ensure corrections are completed.
• Reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts; post adjustments and corrections as needed.
• Post and review journal entries as required.
• Manage the month-end close process.
• Support financial reporting and financial data analysis.
• Serve as a resource and subject matter expert to internal and external customers regarding requests and questions.
• Participate in updating policies and procedures related to finance and accounting activities.
• Manage and delegate tasks to the Staff Accountant.
• Assist the Controller and CFO with identifying and mitigating organizational risk.
• Support the annual audit, tax returns, and other compliance tasks.
• Continually document processes and recommend improvements for assigned duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong, current knowledge of GAAP.
• Proven ability to apply broad conceptual judgment and initiative to address complex accounting issues.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Solid communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong organizational skills to manage, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Computer proficiency, especially with MS Office Suite and NetSuite.
• Openness to taking on new duties and projects; flexibility required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Experience with NetSuite or comparable ERP systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA-track.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Public accounting or audit experience.
• Experience supporting a multi-state or professional services organization.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation and benefits information not provided.

Location

• Remote position within approved states: Arizona (AZ), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Indiana (IN), Iowa (IA), Kentucky (KY), Louisiana (LA), Maryland (MD), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), Missouri (MO), Montana (MT), Nebraska (NE), Nevada (NV), New Mexico (NM), North Carolina (NC), North Dakota (ND), OHIO (OH), Pennsylvania (PA), South Carolina (SC), South Dakota (SD), Tennessee (TN), Texas (TX), and Utah (UT).
• Expected hours: Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week, following an agreed-upon schedule.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.