Accounting Manager
Job Description
Accounting Manager
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to oversee daily accounting activities while supporting strategic financial planning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and manage the day-to-day operations of the accounting team including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with GAAP.
- Develop and maintain internal controls to ensure the integrity of financial data.
- Lead the month-end and year-end close processes.
- Manage budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with senior management.
- Coordinate and liaise with external auditors and tax consultants.
- Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements as needed.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations.
- Train and mentor junior accounting staff and ensure professional development.
- Assist with ERP implementation, upgrades, and other finance-related projects.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or similar).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in [industry type, e.g., manufacturing, non-profit, tech, etc.].
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros).
- Knowledge of financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Meet Your Recruiter
Elisia Bybee
Market Director
Elisia joins 619 Recruiting with 13 years of experience in sales, recruiting, and management from her previous role at Robert Half as a Practice Director. She holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Cincinnati and post-graduation spent 10 years in public accounting working with small to mid-size businesses doing general ledger accounting and tax with a specialization in SALT.
She knows that making good placements for candidates and companies is an art that relies not only on professional experience, but the match of soft skills and company culture. She realizes that each person and company that she interacts with are unique and will strive to provide the best individual experience.
Elisia thrives on building. Building meaningful relationships, building strong foundations for business, and continuously planning three steps ahead to be sure the best current decisions are being made for future outcomes.
Personally, she spends her free time traveling, gardening, kayaking, and working on home improvement projects. She holds a 200-hour certificate to teach yoga and is a 2nd level Reiki Practioner. She is blessed with an amazing (and patient) husband, long-time friends, and the unconditional love of her two adopted dogs.