What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at StaffBright?
One of StaffBright's largest clients is seeking a motivated Accounting Manager to join their growing team. This role offers the opportunity to oversee accounting operations for a business unit, lead a small team, and contribute to the development of corporate accounting policies and procedures.
About the Role
- Manage and mentor a team including a Senior Accountant and AP/AR Supervisor (with indirect reports).
- Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and initiatives.
- Analyze complex accounting issues and transactions, including revenue recognition, leases, and business combinations.
- Support financial reporting by preparing and reviewing financial statements, footnotes, and disclosures.
- Provide technical accounting guidance for significant transactions such as debt refinancing and equity-based compensation.
- Assist in the design, implementation, and testing of internal controls, including oversight of internal audit functions.
- Partner with external auditors during audits, providing documentation and analysis.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required). CPA strongly preferred.
- 4–5 years of relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
- Hands-on experience with AP/AR, reporting, balance sheet oversight, journal entries, and reconciliations.
- A background in manufacturing or automotive industries is required. Candidates from real estate, non-profit, or government sectors will not be considered.
- Public accounting experience is a plus, especially with manufacturing clients.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Salary : $95,000 - $107,500