Accounting Manager

Title: Accounting Manager

Compensation: $125,000 - $135,000 + Bonus

Location: Tustin, CA 92780 (Onsite)

Email your word document resume to Hayley.h@conexusrecruiting.com and reference the subject as Accounting Manager

Company Description:

Our privately-held client, and certified “Great Place to Work,” is searching for an Accounting Manager to partner with the Senior Accounting Manager and manage a small team. This individual will play a critical role in strengthening accounting operations, enhancing financial processes, and supporting the continued growth of this Company. Their ideal candidate must have supervisory experience and 3+ years of operational accounting experience.

Perks:

• Career growth opportunities
• Casual work environment
• Best in class benefits

Responsibilities:

• Lead operational accounting functions to maintain the general ledger, including oversight of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Review and approve journal entries prepared by the accounting team.
• Oversee and analyze balance sheet account reconciliations for accuracy and appropriateness; personally prepare reconciliations for high-risk or complex accounts.
• Investigate, resolve, and document significant accounting and financial reporting issues.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of supervisors, senior accountants, and staff accountants.
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure the timely preparation and review of audit workpapers.
• Collaborate with regional finance leadership to provide accounting guidance and support.
• Analyze monthly financial results, providing clear commentary on variances, trends, and key drivers; perform ad hoc analyses as needed.
• Identify and implement process improvements and technology enhancements to support scalability and operational efficiency.
• Develop, implement, and enforce departmental policies, procedures, and documentation for accounting functions.
• Review complex contracts and transactions to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Monitor and implement new accounting standards and pronouncements as applicable.
• Support the design and maintenance of effective internal controls over key accounting processes.
• Utilize and support ERP applications, including managing system implementations and upgrades.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships to support business objectives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related degree
• Supervisory experience is required.
• 3+ years of operational accounting experience is required.
• CPA license is highly desired.
• Knowledge of major accounting software packages for general ledger accounting
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams, business leaders, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results

Email your word document resume to Hayley.h@conexusrecruiting.com and reference the subject as Accounting Manager