Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
An established North County organization is looking for an Accounting Manager to lead its day-to-day accounting operations and serve as a key partner to company leadership. This is a hands-on management role for someone who enjoys being close to the numbers rather than sitting exclusively in a supervisory capacity. The Accounting Manager will oversee the accounting cycle, month-end close, financial reporting, AP/AR, reconciliations, and internal controls while helping improve the overall efficiency of the department.
What You'll Own:
- Manage daily accounting operations and accounting workflows
- Oversee AP, AR, cash activity, and general ledger functions
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
- Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations
- Prepare and review monthly financial statements
- Analyze financial results and explain significant variances
- Maintain the chart of accounts and accounting policies
- Oversee bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Monitor cash flow and working capital
- Manage accounting schedules for prepaid expenses, accruals, fixed assets, and other accounts
- Review AR aging, collections, and customer account activity
- Oversee vendor payments and AP aging
- Coordinate payroll-related accounting activities
- Establish and maintain effective internal controls
- Assist with annual budgets and financial forecasts
- Coordinate with external CPA, tax professionals, and auditors
- Prepare schedules and documentation for audits and tax filings
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems and processes
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff
- 6+ years of progressive accounting experience
- 2+ years in an Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or similar leadership role
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience with ERP/accounting software
- Strong month-end and year-end close experience
- Excellent reconciliation and analytical skills
- Strong leadership and communication abilities
- CPA is a plus but not required