Accounting Manager

Position Overview

Under limited supervision, performs Accounting job functions. Typical job responsibilities may include accounts payable, accounts receivables, general ledger, payroll or other financial accounting areas as assigned by management:

• Plans, schedules and organizes the work to ensure utilization of employees and compliance with all contract requirements, quality standards and budgetary guidelines
• Ensures staffing levels of supervised personnel are maintained in a manner which allows the effective execution of the assigned scope of work at all times
• Instructs employees on the work methods and performance expectations
• Provides leadership and motivation to subordinate personnel
• Interface with groups inside and outside the organization, senior management, other locations and auditors
• Responsible for providing policy guidelines, goals, direction, coordination and evaluation of a unit(s) of accountants and/or technical functions
• Develop or review/update of various plans, policies or procedures as needed.
• Responsible for personnel actions
• Develops and manages accounting systems and ensures adherence to procedures for all general ledger activities, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and backing and fixed assets
• Develops budgets for assigned projects and reports progress, including variances and corrective actions
• Provides financial and accounting services in a cost-effective manner with continuous improvement of procedures, practices and systems
• Responsible for timely and accurate financial data, preparation of financial reports which keep management abreast of the financial status of the company, subsidiary and/or division
• Perform duties complex in nature
• Other job-related duties as assigned
• Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner. If supervising others, has responsibility for the safety of those being supervised and ensures they comply with established safety policies and procedures and practice safe work habits
• Actively participates in Safety Work Groups

Minimum Requirements

BA/BS degree in a related field and 10 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Typical experience ranges from years.

Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail.

Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office Suite

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Proven leadership and decision-making skills

Working Conditions

Works in an office environment at a normal environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and/or abandoned facilities). Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards, dangerous chemicals/solvents or hazardous and radioactive materials if proper safety procedures are not followed.

Ability to perform sedentary to light work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (any exertion of force/lifting greater than 45 pounds requires usage of a two person "buddy system"), non-repetitive, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly, repetitive; performing such activities as lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, grasping, kneeling, stooping, reaching.

Ability to perform primary office duties including heavy computer usage.

In some cases radiological training may be required.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the overall purpose of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.