Accounting Manager / Pod Lead

Overview

Accounting Supervisor (Accounting Manager) – Full Time, Exempt

Location: North Adams, MA or Remote

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000 annually

Reports to: Director of Accounting

Responsibilities

Accounting Duties

• Process payroll including verification of timesheets, validation of tip pool distributions, payroll processing, and addressing payroll tax issues.
• Manage accounts payable and client cash, including bill payments and cash flow projections.
• Handle accounts receivable tasks such as accurate invoicing, AR management, and coordination with third-party vendors for debt collection.
• Create and manage balance sheet entries including depreciation schedules, prepaid and accrued expense tracking, and preparation of supporting workpapers.
• Review and prepare financial reports for analysis and client meetings; ensure timely closing of books.
• Conduct monthly reconciliation of balance sheets and review financials for accuracy; prepare files for tax preparer review and tax filings.

Supervisory Duties

• Serve as a resource for bookkeepers and accountants, resolving complex accounting issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through third-party applications and collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer to implement them.
• Review staff accountants’ work including monthly and year-end closes with supporting documentation.
• Assist in operational efficiency analysis and benchmarking of staff performance.
• Proactively address and triage issues such as personnel changes, errors affecting clients, and payroll conversions.
• Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in collaboration with the Director of Accounting.
• Conduct periodic performance reviews of direct reports with the Director of Accounting.
• Lead onboarding and training of new employees on SOPs.
• Foster team communication and culture through routine video calls and team-building activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required; focus in accounting or business administration preferred.
• 3-4 years of experience in Client Accounting Services (CAS).
• 4+ years of supervisory experience.
• Strong work ethic with self-motivation, attention to detail, follow-through, and analytical skills.
• High professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple detailed tasks accurately.
• Experience working effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online required; QuickBooks Online Level II Certification must be obtained within the first month of employment.
• Commitment to achieving the highest levels of certification in all applications used.
• Deep understanding of functionality of approved Point-of-Sale systems.
• Ability to delegate tasks effectively and mentor accounting staff.
• Experience in the hospitality industry is highly desired but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $65,000 to $75,000

Location

• Position based in North Adams, MA or remote

This role involves a balance of hands-on accounting work, team leadership, client communication, and operational management within an accounting environment focused on the restaurant industry.