Manager, General Accounting

About the role

Manage the accounting staff responsible for month-end closing and reporting, ensuring adherence to statutory guidelines for the General Accounting function. Lead the team in recording transactions to accurately report business performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of the general accounting function. Distribute work to staff, monitor results, and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure month-end close timelines are met (25-30% of role).
• Input monthly journal entries, review accounts payable, commission and general ledger entries, and perform general ledger and bank reconciliations. Generate monthly financial and variance reports (20-25% of role).
• Perform administrative activities for department management, including employee safety, salary administration, and staff selection, development, counseling, motivation, and performance evaluation (15-20% of role).
• Plan, organize, measure, and report work performed within the department. Analyze and interpret results (15-20% of role).
• Understand the latest technical requirements and their implications for Operating and Financial Review (OFR), reporting, and statutory requirements. Assess accounting policies and procedures for compliance with regulatory/industry standards (5-10% of role).
• Apply organizational policies and ensure adherence to departmental procedures. Assist with establishing department goals and objectives (5-10% of role).
• Identify opportunities for process and system improvement and automation (5-10% of role).
• Provide assistance and act as liaison with other departments, units, and organizations regarding questions and/or discrepancies. Notify employees of changes in policies, procedures, and/or rules (5-10% of role).
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned (0-5% of role).

Performance Expectations

• Meet all performance and behavior expectations outlined in the company performance appraisal form or communicated by management.
• Perform responsibilities as directed, achieving desired results within expected time frames with a high degree of quality and professionalism.
• Establish and maintain positive and productive work relationships with staff, customers, and business partners.
• Demonstrate the behavioral and technical competencies necessary to effectively complete job responsibilities.
• Take personal initiative for technical and professional development.
• Follow company HR policies, the Code of Business Conduct, and all subsidiary and department policies, including protecting confidential information, attending work punctually, and following safety practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• 5 to 8 years’ operational accounting experience, including three years of supervisory/management responsibilities.
• CPA helpful but not required.

Skills

• Strong calculator and computer skills; proficiency in Excel, Access, Word, and general accounting software programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills and leadership abilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Project management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple issues and projects concurrently.
• Good organizational skills with a high degree of analysis, accuracy, quality, and detail orientation.
• Industry knowledge preferred.

Pay

$125,000 - $145,000 annually; actual wage based on education and experience. Potential for annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation (PTO).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).