Corporate Accounting Manager

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established and growing organization headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. The company has experienced significant growth in recent years, and this position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute across multiple areas of accounting and finance while helping to strengthen internal processes and support strategic business initiatives.

Position Summary

The Corporate Accounting Manager will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting activities, supporting month-end and quarter-end close processes, managing project accounting and financial reporting activities, and assisting with other reporting duties as needed. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical accounting foundation, leadership capabilities, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with the preparation of consolidated financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Support quarterly and annual external reporting requirements.
• Oversee project accounting activities, including monitoring project costs, revenue recognition, and financial performance.
• Manage daily cash reporting and assist with cash flow forecasting and analysis.
• Coordinate sales tax filings and compliance activities.
• Review and maintain balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger integrity.
• Partner with operational leaders to analyze financial results and support business decision-making.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Support external audits and coordinate requests from auditors.
• Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to accounting staff and transactional accounting functions, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. MBA preferred.
• CPA designation preferred.
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience in a public company environment strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing month-end close processes and financial statement preparation.
• Knowledge of project accounting, percentage-of-completion accounting, or contract accounting is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting audits and internal control initiatives.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.

Why Consider This Role?

This is a high-visibility role working closely with the Controller and finance leadership team. The position offers strong exposure to both technical accounting and financial reporting, including month-end close and consolidations.

It’s an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to step into a broader role with leadership responsibility, process improvement exposure, and long-term growth potential.