Job Summary
Job Title: Accounting Manager
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Accounting Manager to oversee key accounting functions, support month‑end close activities, and lead a small team of accounting professionals. This role is ideal for a motivated self‑starter with strong technical accounting skills, experience in ERP environments, and the ability to collaborate across departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role preferred.
- Master of Accounting degree or CPA (or equivalent certification).
- Robust experience with major ERP systems, such as SAP or Oracle.
- Proven proficiency with general ledger reconciliations, rollforward accounting, and balance sheet management.
- Solid understanding of inventory accounting principles and related processes.
- Familiarity with prepaid expenses, advances, and related accounting treatment.
- Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and guide staff.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Proficiency in Excel and experience with financial reporting tools preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
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Lead day‑to‑day accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and rollforward schedules.
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial results.
- Manage and mentor a small accounting team, providing training, performance feedback, and workload coordination.
- Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, fluctuation analyses, and supporting documentation for financial statements.
- Ensure the accuracy of inventory accounting, including valuation, adjustments, tracking, and related operational processes.
- Monitor and manage prepaids, advances, and other balance sheet accounts to ensure proper recognition and classification.
- Work with cross‑functional teams (FP&A;, Operations, Supply Chain, Audit) to support reporting requirements and resolve accounting issues.
- Maintain and improve internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant accounting standards.
- Support external and internal audit activities by preparing documentation and addressing inquiries.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve system usage.
Skill Requirements
Must Have Skill
Accounting and Reporting - All
Good to Have Skill
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