Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager role in a well-established professional services company that is 15 minutes from downtown Charlotte, NC, offering a unique chance to build and lead an in-house accounting team transitioning from outsourced operations.

Why We Like This

• Growth Opportunity: Build the accounting operations team from the ground up, leading the transition from outsourced to in-house finance and accounting.
• Strategic Impact: Directly influence financial processes and controls during a high-growth phase targeting rapid revenue expansion.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with seasoned operators and General Manager who are supportive and invested in a smooth integration and long-term success.
  
  

Requirements

• Building Internal Accounting Team: Urgent need for a finance leader who can transition accounting from fully outsourced to in-house, including hiring and managing a growing team to support rapid business growth.
• Hands-On Accounting Operations Expertise: Deep experience owning day-to-day accounting functions, managing AP/AR, and ensuring clean balance sheets without legacy issues, especially important given the current outsourced setup and upcoming system migration.
• Adaptability in High-Growth Environment: Thrives in fast-paced, evolving settings, balancing process maturity with flexibility to scale and support multiple business units amid plans to nearly double revenue within 12-18 months.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition of accounting functions from outsourced to in-house: Build and manage an internal accounting team, including hiring and overseeing AP, AR, and payroll roles.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations: Ensure accurate and timely month-end close, maintain general ledger integrity, and oversee balance sheet reconciliations.
• Implement and optimize accounting systems and processes: Assist in the migration from legacy systems to integrated platforms, improving reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with operations and leadership: Partner closely with the General Manager to align financial reporting with business goals and support growth initiatives.
• Maintain compliance and support audits: Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure adherence to accounting standards and internal controls.
  
  

$140,000 - $170,000 a year

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