What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at ebs Recruiters?
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Accounting Manager
Position Overview: The Accounting Manager is responsible for building and overseeing a centralized shared-services accounting function across multiple locations. This role standardizes processes, strengthens internal controls, and ensures efficient, accurate financial operations. It requires strong leadership, communication, and project-management skills to guide transitions from decentralized processes while minimizing business disruption.
Key Responsibilities
General Accounting Management
- Lead the month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement review.
- Maintain and analyze the general ledger in accordance with GAAP.
- Prepare non-routine journal entries for special projects and integrations.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities in partnership with operational and finance leaders.
- Perform variance analysis and provide actionable insights.
- Produce and distribute KPIs and financial statements with detailed, segmented analysis.
- Conduct periodic balance sheet reviews.
Treasury
- Administer banking infrastructure and user access.
- Support cash flow management, including funding payroll and major expenditures.
Payroll Accounting
- Oversee payroll accounting, including journal entries and reconciliations.
- Manage payroll-related accruals such as bonuses, benefits, and time-off balances.
- Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate payroll setup for new locations or teams.
Team Leadership
- Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
- Ensure timely, accurate completion of all accounting functions.
Process Improvement & Automation
- Evaluate and streamline workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Lead automation initiatives using ERP systems, treasury platforms, and data tools.
Systems Integrations
- Manage the onboarding and integration of new sites into centralized accounting systems and processes.
Audit & Compliance
- Maintain compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accounting standards.
- Support internal and external audits and ensure strong internal controls.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 5–7 years of general accounting experience.
- Experience in the healthcare sector.
- Strong GAAP knowledge and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA or PMP certification.
- Multi-site payroll experience.
- Experience with ERP accounting software (SAGE Intacct and BILL preferred).