Accounting Manager

Job Description

Our client, a software solutions Company is currently seeking a remote Accounting Manager.

Duration: 5-months

Location: REMOTE

Pay Rate: $55.00-$66.66/hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively participate in the month-end close and reporting process following the reporting calendar
• Supervise the work of accountants
• Review, analyze, and approve general ledger transactions accurately and in a timely manner
• Identify and resolve issues independently or escalate with proposed solutions
• Oversee the preparation of balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly/quarterly/semi-annual basis
• Support audits (external and internal) by providing requested materials and addressing inquiries professionally
• Provide constructive feedback to staff for process improvement, including the quality of account reconciliations
• Assist in the research and clearance of reconciling items within established deadlines
• Update desk-top procedures promptly for any changes in processes, tools, and procedures
• Maintain month-end close, reporting, and other checklists, ensuring task completion before sign-off
• Prepare and review additional supporting schedules and analyses as requested
• Communicate effectively with the accounting team and third-party service providers
• Conduct independent analysis to identify process improvement opportunities and make recommendations

OTHER DUTIES

• Undertake special projects as appropriate

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: BBA or BS in Accounting, MS in Accounting desirable
• CPA certification/working towards CPA certification preferred
• 7 to 9 years of previous accounting/audit experience, with 2 to 3 years in a managerial capacity
• Experience with major ERPs (SAP, Great Plains, NetSuite) strongly preferred
• Experience with Blackline strongly preferred
• Strong reporting and data querying capabilities
• Thorough knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Strong analytical skills
• Team management skills
• Detail-oriented approach; ability to maintain confidentiality; strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively in a team
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to take initiative and follow through on projects
• Proactive approach in recommending solutions when discussing problems
• Ability to work flexible hours (office and home) to coordinate with the team during Month-End Close/Reporting

Other Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Certifications:

• Project management skills strongly preferred

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimal travel might be required.

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 City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.