Accounting Manager/Supervisor

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead key cash management and payables operations for a growing organization in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This position blends hands-on financial oversight with team leadership, requiring someone who can strengthen liquidity management, improve working capital results, and support efficient day-to-day accounting processes. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, leadership experience, and a proactive approach to streamlining operations through better processes and technology.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily treasury activity, including cash positioning, liquidity monitoring, and coordination with banking partners while operating within established approval limits.
• Guide the accounts payable and cash application team by assigning priorities, coaching staff, and monitoring performance to maintain dependable service and accuracy.
• Develop and carry out initiatives that enhance working capital performance and improve payment timing to support broader cash flow objectives.
• Identify opportunities to modernize treasury, payables, and cash application workflows through automation and more scalable operating practices.
• Work closely with procurement and cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate supplier payment arrangements and support cash optimization efforts.
• Review routine banking, treasury, and invoice-related transactions, approving items within authority guidelines and escalating exceptions when needed.
• Assess related upstream and downstream processes to uncover broader operational improvements that strengthen efficiency and control.
• Prepare and analyze cash flow projections, working capital metrics, and related financial reporting for finance leadership.
• Provide documentation and support for internal and external audit activity tied to treasury, accounts payable, and cash application functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant accounting or finance experience, including experience leading or supervising others.
• Demonstrated background in cash forecasting, treasury activity, and working capital management.
• Experience supporting core accounting functions such as month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Familiarity with financial statement audit support and maintaining strong internal controls.
• Proven experience with, or strong interest in, process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Certification with strong attention to detail is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills within a fast-paced business environment.