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Accounting Manager
A leading, family-owned company in the residential building materials sector is seeking a dedicated and hands-on Accounting Manager. This organization is experiencing an exciting phase of generational transition and strategic expansion. With a relaxed yet progressive culture, the company values trust, accountability, and long-term relationships, and is committed to continuous improvement.
The Opportunity:
This pivotal role is designed for an accounting professional eager to manage and execute the full accounting cycle. As the Accounting Manager, you will be instrumental in leading the daily financial operations, allowing ownership to confidently focus on strategic growth initiatives. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys "being in the weeds," actively performing tasks while simultaneously identifying and implementing process enhancements.
You will collaborate closely with a part-time bookkeeper, an AR clerk, and a fractional CFO who provides monthly high-level oversight. This is more than a maintenance role; it's an opportunity to build trust and directly influence the financial health and future direction of a thriving family business. If you thrive on owning the numbers, optimizing systems, and being the go-to accounting expert in a growing environment, this role offers significant stability, influence, and impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead full-cycle accounting for a ~$20M revenue business
- Create, review, and send customer invoices (~ 50/week)
- Manage AR, deposits, collections, and payment application
- Oversee AP, bill approvals, and payment timing
- Coordinate payroll via QuickBooks Assisted Payroll
- Lead month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting
- Prepare financials for leadership and CFO review
- Manage sales tax filings, commissions, and compliance
- Improve accounting workflows, controls, and documentation
- Oversee and guide part-time accounting staff
Qualifications & Experience:
- 5 years of hands-on accounting experience.
- Strong proficiency with QuickBooks or similar ERP systems.
- Comfortable managing the full accounting cycle independently.
- Demonstrated willingness to personally execute tasks and be actively involved in daily operations.
- Experience in construction, manufacturing, distribution, or building materials is a plus.
- Prior experience collaborating with external accounting professionals or fractional CFO preferred.
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