BDO Grand Rapids , MI 49504
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job Summary:
The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting activities and coordinating the month end and year end close activities for the Company.
Job Duties:
Leads the month end close process including accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, lease accounting, cash management and bank reconciliations, etc.
Prepares and communicates the monthly and annual close calendar for the Company and coordinates close activities for the team
Reviews and approves monthly journal entries and account reconciliations and ensures the accuracy of financial records
Ensures the application of proper accounting policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); coordinates discussions with the Assistant Controller and Corporate Controller on GAAP considerations
Assists the FP&A team in preparing annual budget items included depreciation and amortization, lease expense, and capital expenditures
Supports the Assistant Controller in completion of external audits of the Company
Interfaces with Financial Systems team on development of financial reports, improvement to financial processes, and issue resolution
Reviews/prepares ad hoc reports and analysis, as needed
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Leads the Accounting & Close team within the overall Accounting team, inclusive of Senior Accounting Analyst and Accounting Analyst positions as well as India support positions
Monitors and provides performance feedback of direct reports throughout the performance year
Ensures team members are effectively trained on systems and processes related to the Finance Department
Provides guidance to the team with prioritization of workload, communications, etc. and delegates work assignments to the team as appropriate
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
Experience:
Five (5) or more years of general accounting and/or financial reporting and analysis experience, required
Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures, required
Three (3) or more years of management experience, preferred
Experience with a Public Accounting Firm as experienced Senior or Manager level, preferred
Experience with a multi-entity company, preferred
License/Certifications:
Software:
Advanced in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, required
Experience using PeopleSoft Financials, preferred
Experience using OneStream, preferred
Experience using Oracle Cloud, preferred
Language:
Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment, and handle multiple projects/tasks with an attention to detail
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
Ability to work and communicate effectively with professionals at all levels
Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
Superior customer service skills
Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of information
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $110,000 - $125,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $110,000 - $125,000
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