Accounting Manager

USA Jobs • Eugene, OR, US

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Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department for accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger accounting. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processes and maintaining compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. In conjunction with other senior finance staff, the accounting manager will assist in optimizing process performance. This position is highly visible and requires a strong leader with the ability to prioritize, plan, and direct accounting team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supervise accounting team members in accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger accounting functions, providing guidance for day-to-day operations
Assist with month end close process by reviewing supporting documentation to ensure all transactions are correctly stated and adhere to GAAP
Strengthen and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy
Assist in the development of accounting policies and procedures
Coordinate with senior finance staff to enhance opportunities for accounting team professional development
Provide training to accounting team members and across the organization as needed
Participate in the development and implementation of changes to key processing systems
Prepare and organize audit schedules, financial documentation, and reconciliations for external auditors
Assist with filings for local, state, and federal taxes
Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field required

A minimum of ten years of progressive finance, analysis, and leadership experience required, with a minimum of five years of direct supervisory experience

Prior experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or another project-based ERP system preferred

Intermediate to advanced skill level using Excel and proficient in all other Microsoft products

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence others

Comfortable presenting information to all levels of the company

Strong organizational and time management skills

Must be accurate and detail oriented

Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

Focus on continuous improvements with a proven track record for improving process efficiencies and solving problems

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Requires sufficient English skills to understand and compose correspondence, proofread documents, and effectively communicate with internal staff and clients

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver's license is required to support legitimate business purposes.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Background and Credit Check

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and trustworthy workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and a credit check. All information will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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Accounting Manager • Eugene, OR, US