What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager/Controller position at Metro Overhead Door?
Who We Are
Metro Overhead Door, Inc., the Portland metro area’s largest overhead/garage door company, is seeking applicants for a non-exempt, full-time, Sales Support Coordinator. For more information about our Company, we encourage applicants to view our About Us page at: http://www.metrooverheaddoor.com/?page_id=1443
Position Overview
The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Accounting Department and maintaining the systematic process of financial and accounting records in order to comply with all federal and state laws. This role manages and coordinates accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, banking activities, reporting, and compliance. This position is a supervisory position with direct reports and serves as a key liaison between management, staff, external partners, and auditors.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
· Balance bank accounts daily and monitor cash flow.
· Reconcile bank statements on a monthly basis.
· Monitor and maintain Positive Pay fraud prevention transactions.
· Lead and review delinquent accounts for holds, charge-off, collections, and relevant documentation.
· Enter check deposits using the bank scanner.
· Receive, process, and balance ACH deposits daily.
· Manage relationships with banking partners to address inquiries and resolve issues.
· Oversee and review general ledger entries for accuracy and completeness.
· Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, 1099s, or other accounting/financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
· Generate and distribute timely monthly, quarterly, and year end close accounting reports for management and CPAs.
· Coordinate and prepare documentation for external audits and tax filings.
· Ensure timely and accurate entry of e-billing into customer and vendor portals.
· Maintain compliance with GAAP and applicable laws and regulations.
· Monitor and improve internal control systems to safeguard company assets.
· Ensure accurate and timely completion of required financial filings and reports.
· Maintenance of proper storage of financial records in compliance with federal and state regulations.
· Supervises department staff, recruiting, scheduling, providing training, direction, praise, or coaching in efforts to enhance performance and development.
· Address performance issues and make recommendations for personnel actions as needed.
· Actively work with VP of Operations and VP of Sales by providing feedback and suggestions regarding process improvements and recommendations for consideration.
· Assist senior management with strategic financial analysis and support budgeting and forecasting process.
· Partner with Metro branches in activities in areas of accounting and proper financial management.
· Provide on-going support and general office duties in all areas of accounting as needed.
· Other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications & Education
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and five years of accounting experience, including financial reporting, general ledger, and budgeting. CPA or CMA certification preferred.
- 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and general accounting practices.
- Ability to develop and present precise and easily understood financial reports.
- Ability to analyze and advise on a wide range of complex financial data, including developing reliable worst-case/best-case planning scenarios to guide leaders in short and long-range organizational planning.
- High proficiency in the use of spreadsheets, database software and systems, accounting software, and MS Applications.
- Requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to maintain composure under pressure, interact routinely with others face-to-face, telephone, and through other communication methods (written/verbal) using active listening skills and teamwork.
- Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment and able to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Strong organizational skills, versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work well within constantly changing priorities.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality and proper control of sensitive information.
Physical Demands (Physical, Mental, and Environmental)
The following capabilities are required in order to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden on the company are available to address the following requirements.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time at a desk; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls on computers; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear in meetings and on the telephone or on the computer in an office or variable setting.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus while working on a computer.
- Employee must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. on occasion.
- Must have active driver license and driving record accepted by the Company’s Auto Insurance underwriting requirements.
- Ability to travel to attend meetings or trainings, which may include travel via car, train, airline, overnight hotel stays.
Compensation & Benefits
This is considered a full-time, non-exempt position. The starting compensation for this role ranges from $80,000 to $85,000, depending on experience and demonstrable skill. Metro Overhead Door offers a competitive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, AFLAC, 401(k), profit sharing, yearly bonus, vacation time, and sick time.
How to Apply
To apply, or for additional information, submit your resume and/or cover letter to: recruiting@metrooverheaddoor.com
Metro Overhead Door is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer and a Drug Free Workplace.. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact recruiting@metrooverheaddoor.com. We will work with you to provide a reasonable accommodation.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary : $80,000 - $85,000