Accounting Manager

Position Overview:
The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the financial accounts and accounting functions for Crosstown Plumbing. This hands-on managerial role ensures the accuracy of financial reporting and manages the day-to-day accounting operations. The Accounting Manager will work closely with the accounting team and upper management to support the company's growth and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and supervise the Accounting Department, including Financial, Accounts Payable and Credit & Collections teams.

· Oversee accounting functions and provide coverage when department employees are absent.

· Prepare and review monthly financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

· Review account reconciliations and journal entries to ensure compliance with accounting standards.

· Manage employee payroll processing and ensure timely and accurate payments.

· Collaborate with the external CPA firm to coordinate year-end audits, tax provisions, and tax filings.

· Ensure compliance with sales tax regulations and ensure timely filing of related returns.

· Create, update, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all key finance functions.

· Prepare and present financial metrics and reports to senior management, providing actionable insights.

· Ensure sufficient cash register coverage during all shifts to maintain accurate cash handling.

· Maintaining and negotiating the Insurance Program.

· Maintaining the Vehicles Registrations.

· Maintaining Banking Relationships.

· All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

Inventory:

· Cycle Count: Oversee and coordinate regular cycle counts of physical inventory across all warehouse and storage locations to ensure inventory accuracy and integrity.

· Cycle Count on Books: Reconcile physical cycle count results against book inventory records in the ERP system; identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner to maintain accurate financial records.

· Inventory Receivable: Manage and reconcile inventory receivable accounts, ensuring that all incoming inventory is properly recorded, matched to purchase orders, and accurately reflected in the general ledger upon receipt.

· 3-Way Model (Match): Implement and maintain a 3-way matching process (purchase order, receiving report, and vendor invoice) to validate inventory transactions, prevent unauthorized payments, and ensure accurate cost reporting.

· Month-End Inventory Close: Manage the month-end inventory close process, ensuring all inventory transactions are recorded, reconciled, and reported accurately within the financial close timeline.

· Inventory Valuation: Oversee inventory valuation methods (FIFO, LIFO, or weighted average cost) to ensure inventory is accurately stated on the balance sheet and compliant with applicable accounting standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience as an Accounting Manager in a retail or manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in accounting software ERP systems, Excel and Word.
• Experience with inventory management, including cycle counts, book reconciliations, inventory receivable, and 3-way matching processes.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership abilities with experience in managing and mentoring accounting teams.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve financial issues.
• Detail-oriented, with a commitment to accuracy and process improvements.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with all departments.
• Experience with external audits and tax filings is an advantage.

Preferred

• Supervisory experience
• CPA or CMA certification
• Experience in plumbing, HVAC, or building supply industry
• Experience with external audits and tax filings

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• In-office position in a casual retail atmosphere
• Monday through Friday business hours
• Hands-on role with direct interaction with sales counter and management team
• Frequent computer use
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds occasionally
• May require extended hours during month-end close or peak workloads

Additional Information

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may change based on organizational needs. Employment is at-will.

Why You Should Join Us

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Robust health benefits
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401k program
• Annual holiday party

Pay: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 3 way match experience
• Do you have cycle count experience

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $105,000