Accounting Manager

Company Profile

Tempo/US-EcoLogic is an Employee-Owned Company who has been proudly serving Dallas-Fort Worth residential communities since 1966 and serving the Green Building and Energy Efficiency needs of the Nation since 2007. Tempo/US-EcoLogic consists of four operating divisions: Tempo Mechanical, Tempo Service, US-EcoLogic Single Family and US-EcoLogic Multi Family.

Summary: Tempo Inc./US-EcoLogic Accounting Manager is responsible for leading day-to-day operations of the accounting department while ensuring accurate and timely completion of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. This position supervises accounting personnel, reviews accounting transactions and reconciliations, supports financial reporting, and promotes continuous process improvement. The Accounting Manager develops staff through coaching and cross-training, strengthens internal processes, and partners with the Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This position reports directly to the Controller or Vice President of Finance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Financial Operations Oversight:
• Supervise daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, cash receipts, and general ledger activities.
• Review and approve recurring journal entries, accruals, allocations, and supporting documentation.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations for completeness and accuracy.
• Inventory and Tax Compliance:
• Monitor, review, and resolve Goods Received Not Invoiced variances, ensuring accurate reporting and reconciliation.
• Coordinate and review state sales tax filings, ensure compliance with regulations, and correspond with taxing authorities as needed.
• Month-End and Year-End Close:
• Manage the monthly close calendar and ensure deadlines are met.
• Coordinate close activities among accounting staff.
• Review reconciliations before submission to the Controller.
• Identify and resolve close issues proactively.
• Monitor outstanding items to ensure timely completion.
• Financial Analysis and Support:
• Perform account fluctuation and trend analysis to support monthly financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual Budget versus Actual analyses and provide explanations for significant variances.
• Ad Hoc Reporting and Projects:
• Prepare and deliver customized financial reports and analyses as required by leadership or business needs.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and contribute to the achievement of company goals.

Job Qualifications

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Working knowledge of ERP and general ledger systems
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Advanced MS Office skills with Strong MS Excel skills (lookups, pivots, formulas)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet communicated schedules and deadlines and manage multiple projects concurrently with minimal direction.
• Strong analytical problem-solving aptitude with creative solutions, ability to organize work with large amounts of information efficiently, manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, with strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and business partners.
• Adaptable to changing environment/technology.
• Demonstrated success supervising, coaching, and developing accounting staff while fostering accountability and collaboration.
• Demonstrated progression of responsibilities during career

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• 3 years of experience as a supervisor

Language Requirement

• Ability to speak and communicate effectively in English.

Culture:

The following core values are to be followed and always reinforced.

• People First
• Partnerships over Transactions
• Decide Like an Owner
• Do The Right Thing

Benefits:

• Employee ownership (ESOP) with weekly Employer Match up to 20%
• Stock accumulation plan based on continuous service.
• Competitive pay
• 120 hours PTO
• Bereavement Pay
• 7 Paid holidays
• 1 Floating holiday
• Health Insurance ( medical coverage chosen, Dental, Vision Insurance (optional)
• $25,000 life insurance/$25,000 AD&D (additional voluntary life/AD&D products available)
• Disability income protection plan (Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, paid by company)
• 401 (k) savings plan with weekly Employer Match up to 20%
• Continuing education and training programs

Tempo is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable law