What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at Xplora Search Group?
We are partnering with a rapidly expanding, residential services platform hiring for an Accounting Manager to take ownership of inventory and cost accounting across a growing, multi-location business. This organization operates nationally across skilled trades services and is actively scaling through acquisitions and operational expansion.
This is a high-impact, build-oriented role ideal for someone who thrives in environments where processes are evolving and data requires structure and clarity.
Highlights:
- Hybrid schedule, 30% travel required, predictable schedule
- Top incentive plans competitive benefits
- Aggressive growth trajectory and rapid advancement opportunities
- Streamlined interview process with quick turnaround
Job Duties:
- Lead inventory accounting across a complex, multi-entity, multi-site environment
- Oversee physical inventory counts and cycle count programs, including periodic travel (~30%) to field locations
- Partner closely with operations and finance teams to improve visibility into inventory accuracy and variances
- Build and refine cost accounting processes, controls, and standard operating procedures
- Play a key role in month-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables
- Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements
- Support technical accounting areas such as debt, deferred revenue, and other balance sheet items
- Assist with audit readiness and strengthening internal controls in a scaling environment
Why This Role Stands Out:
- Build vs. maintain – strong need for someone who can create structure, not just operate within it
- High visibility with senior leadership and direct impact on operational decision-making
- Exposure to both corporate finance and field operations
- Backed by a well-capitalized private equity sponsor with an active M&A strategy
- Significant runway for growth as the company continues to scale
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture with a focus on continuous improvement
What They’re Looking For:
- 7 years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong inventory and/or cost accounting experience in an operational setting
- Background in multi-entity, multi-location environments
- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
- Proven ability to analyze discrepancies and improve data integrity
- Experience building or enhancing processes and controls
- Willingness to travel ~30% (primarily regional)
- Hands-on, proactive mindset with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
- CPA is a plus but not required