A leading company in the import and distribution sector, dedicated to providing the highest quality ingredients to the nutritional, food, and pharmaceutical industries, seeking a highly skilled and motivated Accounting Manager to join their team.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing all day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial data, and providing timely reporting to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a deep understanding of GAAP and a proven track record of managing and developing a team.
Accounting Manager Responsibilities- Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and journal entries.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting team; assign responsibilities and review work for accuracy.
- Coordinate the annual audit and act as the primary liaison with external auditors and tax advisors.
- Maintain and strengthen internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company assets.
- Support the company's budgeting, forecasting, and financial variance analysis activities.
- Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insight and support key business initiatives.
- Identify and implement process improvements and automation to enhance departmental efficiency and accuracy.
Accounting Manager Job Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Strong, comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
- High proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP) and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work.
Accounting Manager Benefits- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
- Generous Paid Time Off and company-observed holidays
