Description

Job Summary

The Accounting GL Manager is responsible to ensure GL accuracy and GAAP compliance; including leading and managing the various accounting specialists in the Accounting department (Billing, AR, and AP). This includes the development and documentation of effective accounting processes and policies, leading and directing accounting staff, running point on GL accounting and month-end close activities, supporting financial audits, and supporting the Finance team. The Accounting Manager will need to be effective at self-managing and prioritizing while still working with and within a team.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

% of Time Spent

Essential Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities

30%

Provide leadership, development, and oversight to accounting staff including Billing and AP

30%

Ensure GL adheres to GAAP through month-end close and mid-month processes

20%

Develop, improve, and document processes and policies

20%

Coordinate with Finance, Tax, and other departments to provide appropriate reporting

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or similar business discipline
• 7+ years of experience in accounting
• Demonstrated experience in making changes to Accounting departments
• Experience leading and managing personnel
• Analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to develop and document process and policy
• Strong interpersonal skills that allow collaboration with those at all levels and approaches to work
• Empathetic and able to understand where others are coming from, while still promoting better future solutions
• Possess knowledge of all aspects GAAP and experience in applying new and existing standards
• Experience working with external auditors
• Strong process coordination and documentation skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency; especially Microsoft Excel
• Experience with preparation and review of quarterly and annual financial reporting; including GAAP financial statements and footnotes
• Certified Public Accountant a plus
• Experience with Sage Intacct a plus

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