Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee general accounting operations and lead a high-performing accounting team. This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, managing the month-end close process, maintaining internal controls, and supporting audit and tax compliance activities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, experience managing complex accounting operations, and a passion for developing teams.
Key Responsibilities

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  Lead the day-to-day operations of the general ledger and accounting team.
  
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  Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
  
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  Review account reconciliations, journal entries, consolidations, foreign currency activity, and supporting schedules.
  
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  Prepare and review financial statements, management reporting packages, and balance sheet analyses.
  
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  Monitor financial activity throughout the reporting cycle to identify unusual transactions and ensure proper accounting treatment.
  
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  Partner with business leaders to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes.
  
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  Coordinate and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
  
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  Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support compliance and operational efficiency.
  
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  Support system enhancements and process improvement initiatives related to accounting and financial reporting.
  
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  Oversee tax compliance activities by coordinating with external tax advisors and ensuring timely preparation of required filings and payments.
  
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  Review monthly financial results and perform variance analysis to ensure the accuracy of financial records.
  
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  Supervise accounts payable, invoicing, and other accounting functions to ensure timely processing and accurate reporting.
  
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  Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing close timelines and increasing operational efficiency.
  

Leadership Responsibilities

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  Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
  
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  Establish goals, provide coaching, conduct performance evaluations, and support career development planning.
  
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  Allocate resources and prioritize workloads to meet departmental objectives.
  
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  Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding accounting talent.
  
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  Promote cross-functional collaboration and provide financial guidance to business stakeholders.
  

Qualifications

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  Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
  
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  CPA designation preferred.
  
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  Master's degree (MBA or Accounting) is a plus.
  
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  8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 4 years in a leadership role.
  
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  Experience leading month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger functions.
  
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  Background supporting external audits and working with outside accounting firms.
  
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  Experience with financial consolidations and intercompany accounting preferred.
  
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  ERP experience required;Microsoft Dynamics GP or comparable accounting systems preferred.
  
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  Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  

Preferred Experience

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  Multi-entity and multi-currency accounting environments.
  
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  Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks.
  
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  Experience improving accounting processes and implementing system enhancements.
  
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  Knowledge of sales tax, income tax, and other regulatory compliance requirements.
  
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  Experience working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization.
  

Desired Skills

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  Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  
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  Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  
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  Effective communication skills with the ability to present financial information to executive leadership.
  
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  Collaborative leadership style with a commitment to team development.
  
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  High attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy.
  
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  Ability to build strong working relationships across departments.
  

Why this version is harder to trace back to the client

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  Removed company-specific phrasing like "Financial Packages," "HST," and "our customers."
  
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  Generalized references to tax filings, ERP systems, and accounting processes without changing the role's requirements.
  
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  Reorganized responsibilities so they no longer follow the client's original posting structure.
  
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  Replaced proprietary wording with broader accounting terminology used across many organizations.
  
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  Shifted the tone from an internal HR posting to a recruiter-friendly job description suitable for LinkedIn, Indeed, or Dice.
  

This version will be much less recognizable while still attracting the same caliber of Accounting Manager candidates.