Carlsbad, CA - Accounting Manager

Job Description- Accounting Manager:

This critical accounting role supports the financial operations of our retail and investigations companies. This position operates in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively multitask and manage priorities. This will include but is not limited to processes surrounding Account Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and financial reporting functions. This is a full-time on-site position.

Compensation- Approximately $100,000 annually

Essential Functions:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that are required to be performed. The exact duties performed will depend on the needs of the Accounting Department.

• Support the Director of Retail Accounting in carrying out agency’s mission and vision;

• Support and build best business practices for the processing of Retail deposits and customer AR cash receipts, vendor payments, and claims processing

• Participates as a lead contributor to the monthly and year-end closing processes; prepares and reviews journal entries and performs reconciliations of general ledger accounts, bank statements, and subsidiary ledgers in coordination with the accounting team;

• Work closely with the Director of Retail Accounting and Controller to coordinate the annual financial audit, preparing assigned schedules, work papers, and data for the final report;

• Complete all assigned duties accurately and on time in accordance with established deadlines and business practices;

• Support and lead project accounting work, including organizing AP, invoices, and vendor communication.

• Collaborate with department heads and supporting staff to follow up on requests and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.

• Assist with treasury management, reviewing financial transactions with a high level of detail and accuracy.

• Prepare cash flow reporting for various projects as needed.

• Prepare bank reconciliation and monthly financials

• Prepare various production reports.

• Review A/R and A/P payments, including wires, ACH, Bill Pay, and checks.

• Support other internal teams as needed.

• Adhere to project timelines and deliverables.

• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal processes and procedures.

• Demonstrate problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

• Maintain high ethical standards and credibility in all interactions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of work experience in Accounting, Corporate Finance and Treasury functions.

• Associate's degree or higher in Accounting or related field.

• Proficiency and in-depth knowledge with Enterprise Accounting Software platforms and in-depth general ledger record keeping books of original entry.

• Proficiency Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook.

• Excel Skills: Intermediate to Advanced including formulas, data organization, reconciliations, and reporting functions.

• Familiarity with handling billing and collections in a professional services environment.

• Experience in using accounting software and conducting reconciliations.

• Experience with intercompany transactions.

• A strong understanding of accounts payable and/or accounts receivable functions.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Corporate banking experience: Wires, transfers, ACH, Reporting.

• Merchant Services: Processing payments, refunds, and responding to inquiries

Health

Dental

Vision

401k matching

Roth IRA

Paid Time off

Salary : $100