Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager This range is provided by Confidential. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Confidential This position is located in Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, South Carolina Area. Overview A well-established and rapidly growing company is seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Accounting Manager to lead, optimize, and scale Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations. Reporting directly to the Controller, this role will oversee the full cycle of AP/AR, support strategic financial initiatives, and mentor one AR/AP Clerk. This position is ideal for a top-notch accounting professional with strong technical expertise, proven leadership, and the drive to step into a future Controller role as the organization continues to expand. Responsibilities Accounts Receivable Leadership: Own, refine and manage all aspects of the AR process, including customer invoicing, progress billing (AIA G702/G703), collections, and aging management Oversee accurate job costing and earned revenue recognition, ensuring financial integrity across projects. Prepare progress billings using % completion method and ensure alignment with project milestones Maintain less than 5% of AR aged past 60 days while improving customer payment cycles Provide exceptional customer service and strengthen client relationships related to receivables Develop and maintain AR dashboards and KPIs to provide real-time visibility for leadership. Accounts Payable Leadership: Manage daily AP operations including invoice processing, approvals, vendor management, and payment scheduling. Ensure accurate matching of invoices and POs, resolve discrepancies, and oversee vendor inquiries. Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships, negotiating terms to optimize cash flow. Monitor AP aging and ensure timely payments aligned with cash flow strategies. Partner with the Controller on monthly close, reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, and financial reporting. Support audits with accurate documentation for both AP and AR. Provide insights into AR/AP trends and recommend working capital strategies. Develop reports and analyses to support leadership decision-making. Collaborate with project managers, sales, and operations to ensure billing accuracy and client satisfaction. SOP Development & Process Optimization Develop and implement standardized AR/AP procedures and documentation Build SOPs for all job and customer billing processes Identify opportunities to streamline billing and collections using technology and automation. Audit, Compliance & Cross-Functional Collaboration Prepare audit-ready documentation and support internal and external audits Collaborate with project managers, sales, and operations to ensure billing accuracy Support department-level reporting and month-end close responsibilities Additional Responsibilities: Perform additional tasks and other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the Finance & Accounting department. Key Responsibilities: First Year Expectations & Ongoing Excellence Master all AP and AR processes within 90 days. Establish foundational SOPs for billing, collections, payments, and reporting. Ensure timely vendor payments and maintain AR aging under 5% past 60 days. Support Controller with accurate monthly close and audit readiness. Provide proactive financial insights to optimize cash flow and vendor terms. Develop KPIs to monitor performance and recommend continuous improvements Qualifications Education/Proven Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or 3+ years of progressive experience in AR/AP, billing, or collections, preferably with some team oversight or prior management exposure. Technical Skills: Proficiency in QuickBooks, ERP Systems, Annual Audits, NetSuite and Microsoft Excel. Strong knowledge of job costing, G702/G703 billing, and % complete billings. Experienced with earned revenue, cash forecasting, and collections ownership. Experience creating SOPs and process documentation. Project Management: Excellent organizational and project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities Audit Experience: Familiarity with annual audits and the ability to manage and support the audit process effectively. Problem-Solving Ability: Positive and solution-based attitude with the capability to address financial and accounting issues promptly and effectively. Quick Learner: Ability to learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic work environment. Leadership Skills: Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. Communication: Strong communication and customer service skills. Detail-Oriented: Strong follow-up and follow-through abilities. Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to adapt to new systems and grow with a scaling business. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Management Industries: Accounting, Financial Services, and Construction Notes: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Confidential by 2x Inferred benefits: Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Tuition assistance, Disability insurance Get notified when a new job is posted. 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