Accounting Manager

Role Overview

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting across multiple locations. This role is designed for a hands-on leader who can manage the close process, strengthen financial controls, and provide strategic insights through analysis. In addition to technical accounting responsibilities, this position plays a key role in developing and mentoring accounting staff while partnering with operational leadership to support business performance.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Close & Reporting Oversight

• Lead and manage the monthly close process, ensuring all financial activity is recorded accurately and on schedule
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled and supported
• Support the delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting to leadership and stakeholders

Financial Analysis & Business Insights

• Analyze financial results, identify trends, and investigate budget variances
• Present clear, data-driven insights to senior leadership
• Maintain and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate financial and operational performance

Cash Flow & Financial Planning

• Ensure each location maintains accurate cash flow forecasts and appropriate funding plans
• Partner with leadership on budgeting and forecasting processes
• Provide financial guidance to support operational decision-making

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Evaluate accounting processes and internal controls, identifying gaps and recommending improvements
• Oversee financial review and audit processes, including coordination with external auditors
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, coach, and mentor accounting staff across assigned locations
• Support hiring efforts and participate in interviews for finance-related roles
• Train and onboard new team members to ensure consistency and effectiveness
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve efficiency and compliance

Collaboration & Operational Support

• Partner with General Managers and senior leadership to review financial performance
• Lead financial review meetings, clearly communicating results and key drivers
• Provide hands-on accounting support for locations when needed
• Contribute to special projects and evolving business initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience (additional industry experience is a plus)
• Proven experience leading or supervising accounting teams
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and financial close processes
• Experience with multi-location operations, consolidations, and internal audits preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment