POSITION OVERVIEW: As an
Accounting Manager at LJA in our
Accounting department, you will be responsible for coordinating and assisting in the completion of month-end closing activities, journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and analysis to ensure accuracy, thoroughness, and timeliness.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE: - Coordinating and assisting in the completion of month-end closing activities, journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and analysis to ensure accuracy, thoroughness, and timeliness
- Analyzing financial reports and records
- Assigning tasks to accounting staff and review as appropriate
- Preparing monthly reconciliations for Intercompany Accounting
- Participating in preparation for the annual audit
- Making recommendations relative to procedures and the accounting of assets, reserves, etc.
- Managing the fixed asset system
- Collaborating with internal company departments, such as facilities and real estate teams to ensure lease compliance and calculations are accurate
- Developing staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships
- Applying sound judgment in accordance with GAAP in all transactions, policies and procedures
REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's degree in accounting
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with a portion of it being in a supervisory role
- Solid knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment; ability to accurately work under pressure and prioritize work to meet established reporting deadlines
- Ability to maintain compliance with applicable state and federal laws
- Ability to manipulate large amounts of data, high attention to detail and accuracy
- Requires initiative based on familiarity with the organization and accounting practices and procedures
IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE: - CPA certification or be CPA eligible
LEVEL UP WITH LJA At LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it.
Your future grows here. - Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
- Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
- Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
- Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
- Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
- Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
- Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
