Accounting Manager

Position Overview

Our client, a growing and well-established organization backed by strong financial sponsorship, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join its leadership team. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and expanding company while advancing your accounting and leadership career.

The Accounting Manager will assist the controller and oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, and support executive leadership in maintaining the organization's financial health. This role will supervise key accounting functions, assist with strategic financial initiatives, strengthen internal controls, and provide support to senior finance leadership as needed.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger activities, accounts payable support, cash management, and reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries while ensuring compliance with established accounting policies and procedures.
• Perform and review detailed monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support and assist in leading the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to promote operational efficiency and compliance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within the accounting department.

Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate and support external audits by preparing schedules and providing requested documentation.
• Respond to auditor requests and ensure timely completion of audit deliverables.
• Complete and maintain accurate records for governmental, industry, and regulatory filings.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and established accounting policies.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses, including expense trend analysis and operational reporting.
• Analyze financial data and provide recommendations to leadership to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist with cash flow monitoring and other financial planning initiatives.

Leadership

• Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting staff while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operational leaders to support business objectives.
• Participate in special projects and perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field preferred.

Experience

• 7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience with month-end close and financial reporting.
• Prior supervisory or management experience required

Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Sage or comparable ERP/accounting systems.

Our client offers a stable and collaborative environment, strong leadership exposure, and excellent opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.