Cost Accounting Supervisor jobs in New Mexico

Keres Consulting, Inc. (Keres) is a Native American owned small business that is actively seeking qualified applicants for a Regular Full-Time, Non-Exempt position for the Keres Group of Companies financial management.

Position is responsible for preparing financial reports that comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or financial reporting standards, coordinating the annual budget process, monitoring, and developing effective internal controls for accounting processes. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements. Performs other related duties consistent with the role of an accounting professional.

Experience in a small business environment; ability to maintain confidentiality, is meticulous, able to multitask and has excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of Deltek/Costpoint is strongly preferred. While knowledge of QuickBooks software and ADP Payroll is preferred but not required. A Bachelor of Science in Accounting is desirable but will also consider years of accounting experience.

Keres is an equal employment opportunity employer. The position does not require travel. Salary commensurate with experience. 

Duties and Responsibilities

The Accounting Supervisor reports to the President/CEO and is responsible for coordinating and maintaining an accounting system that accurately reflects the financial position of the organization and its subsidiaries and serves as a resource in all aspects of finance and accounting.

 Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Financial analysis and goal recommendations, including performance (strengths and weaknesses), corrective actions, and financial models, forecasts et al.
• Planning and Strategy to manage risks, scale, growth, and opportunities in short- and long-term goals.
• Implementation of strategies and systems
• Prepares monthly, annual, and other periodic financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Processes quarterly and annual reporting to necessary agencies for Keres and its subsidiaries
• Maintains and manages financial accounting software and databases.
• Reconciles accounts including bank accounts, fixed assets, accrued liabilities and others.
• Maintains various registrations for county, city, and state agencies.

Financial Transactions

• Manages all aspects of the general ledger including analysis, reconciliations, and posting of journal entries.
• Ensures the processing of accurate and timely financial transactions which include bank transfers, stock entries, accruals, and prepaid transactions.
• Works with Sr. Project Accountant on month and year end close
• Reviews, approves, and oversee all areas of accounts payable transactions.
• Post accounts receivables for all companies.

Audit and Compliance

• Adheres to department and companywide policies and procedures.
• Monitors department policies and procedures and recommends improvements when needed.
• Facilitates the annual audit review, prepares schedules and reconciliations.
• Tax reporting - works with Sr. Project Accountant on GRT and other tax reports, AP filing of 1099’s, corporate state tax filings, et al.
• Ensures there is a backup process for every critical financial function.

Customer Service and Team Participation

• Develop strong and collaborative working relationships with staff across the Keres organization in a respectful manner.
• Provides support to leadership and accounting personnel through effective communication and participation. 
• Leads weekly department meeting with accounting staff.
• Leads weekly meetings with management covering various topics.
• Leads monthly financial meeting with management team.