The Accounting Manager is a full-time position, responsible for various accounting tasks, including the monthly close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, audit preparation/support, and ad hoc special projects. The person in this role will provide professional, timely service to both internal staff and external contacts, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail that is required of an accounting system.

Core Competencies

• Aptitude for numbers, detail-oriented, quantitative skills
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently and follow through
• Ability to prioritize assignments and work under the pressure of deadlines
• Customer service oriented; able to shift gears, respond to questions and take responsibility in a generous and helpful way

Position Responsibilities General Ledger

• Assist in the monthly closing procedures, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.

Accounts Payable

• Manage vendor list.
• Distribute invoices to personnel for approval and follow-up as necessary.
• Enter approved invoices for weekly check runs and wire transfers.
• Respond to requests for petty cash/travel reimbursements and record related expenses.
• Manage the monthly corporate credit card process, including reviewing expense reports and adding/deleting employees in the credit card program.
• Administer W-9 and 1099 forms.

Accounts Receivable

• Prepare customer invoices as requested by various field personnel.
• Record customer invoices, including those prepared by Contracts.

Other

• Maintain accounting files and prepare files for archive.
• Prepare and file monthly GET for all entities.
• Prepare audit/review schedules as needed and provide support to external auditors during fieldwork.
• Identify and help implement improvements to streamline financial processes and systems.
• Assist with ad hoc special projects and reports as needed.

Desired Skills and Experience

• 5 years of relevant work experience in a corporate accounting environment
• Bachelors degree with emphasis in Accounting or Finance
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, specifically Excel
• Experience with Sage Timberline software a plus
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills
• Flexibility
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills