Accounting Manager

Remote: You will be able to work from your home location within the United States.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The Manager, Accounting oversees the development, implementation and/or maintenance of one or more accounting systems.  The incumbent is responsible for selecting, developing and evaluating the team to ensure efficient operation within the assigned function(s).  The Manager, Accounting develops and implements financial systems that are in compliance with company policies and procedures and regulatory guidelines and requirements.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


* Manage the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing.


* Oversee the completion of activities related to month-, quarter-, and year-end consolidations, closings and/or financial statements.


* Oversee routine internal and external audits as requested.


* May conduct audits of internal processes and controls.


* May manage activities related to budgeting and forecasting.


* Develop and implement new finance and/or accounting policies and procedures through continuous improvement efforts; ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), and other regulatory requirements.


* Provide leadership, coaching and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.


* Assist with various projects as assigned by direct manager.

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations.  See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Travel may be required.

SUPERVISION:
May be responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of accounting staff.

EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree required; Advanced Degree desirable

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:


* 6 – 8 years’ related experience.


* 3+ years’ supervisory or project/program management experience preferred.


* Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred.


* Prior experience in a multi-location accounting environment preferred.


* Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and email applications.


* Demonstrated proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP), corporate performance management (CPM), and analytical reporting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle Hyperion Enterprise, BEx, etc.).


* Concrete knowledge of GAAP, SOX and other regulatory requirements.
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