Job title: Accounting Manager
Department: Finance/Accounting
FLSA status: Exempt
Work location: On-site / in-office (full-time)
Role summary
The Accounting Manager manages the accounting operations team and ensures accurate, timely processing across accounts payable, accounts receivable, expenses, sales tax, and payroll. This role is a key participant in month-end closing and plays a leadership role in improving processes and controls to support business growth, including banking transition, workflow optimization (including AI/automation), and acquisition integration.
Essential functions
· Lead, supervise, and develop the accounting operations team, drive accountability for accuracy, timeliness, and service.
· Manage end-to-end A/P operations, including 3-way match processes when applicable.
· Manage end-to-end A/R operations, including billing, cash application, and collections support.
· Oversee employee expense report processing and compliance.
· Oversee payroll processing and reconciliations, partner with HR and payroll provider.
· Prepare/review sales tax returns and coordinate other compliance filings.
· Partner in month-end close: prepare/review journal entries, reconciliations, and close support schedules.
· Support treasury/banking activities; lead/coordinate banking transition workstreams.
· Support external financial audits and internal/external compliance requirements.
· Identify and implement process improvements, documentation, and internal controls; evaluate automation/AI opportunities.
· Support ERP effectiveness (NetSuite a plus), reporting, and acquisition integration activities.
Required qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
· 7+ years of accounting experience, including 3+ years in management capacity
· Experience using an ERP system (NetSuite experience a plus)
· Payroll experience (ADP experience a plus)
· Accounts payable experience, including 3-way match (manufacturing experience a plus)
· Experience with daily banking/treasury functions preferred
· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
· Ability to work on-site full-time
Preferred qualifications
· CPA (Certified Public Accountant) credential preferred
Competencies
· Continuous improvement mindset; promotes learning and process discipline
· Adaptable and able to manage changing priorities in a high-growth environment
· Strong understanding of workflows and internal controls; able to implement scalable improvements
· Ability to prioritize and execute across multiple initiatives
· Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
· Effective written and verbal communication; able to collaborate across departments and levels
· Self-driven problem solver works with minimal guidance when needed
Work environment and conditions
· Full-time, in-office role (routine remote work is not an option).
· Fast-paced, high-growth environment with multiple concurrent initiatives (banking transition, process optimization/AI, acquisition integration).
· Periodic extended hours may be required during month-end close, audits, system cutovers, or integration milestones.
