Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager Acctg Mgr

Fort Worth, Texas

Position Title: Accounting Manager

Purpose of Role

A publicly traded company is seeking an Accounting Manager to join its team. This position will collaborate cross-functionally with key stakeholders, play a key role in managing month-end and quarter-end close processes, and assist in developing new or refining existing processes while ensuring adherence to accounting policies and controls.

Job Description

• Assist in managing month-end and quarter-end close processes
• Review select journal entries and account reconciliations
• Ensure the established internal controls framework is adhered to
• Assist in managing the external audit process
• Contribute to technical accounting research, projects, and implementation of new accounting standards or non-standard transactions
• Spearhead process improvement or system change projects impacting the General Ledger and accounting function
• Contribute to preparation and review of 10-Q, 10-K, and other SEC filings
• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as FP&A, Legal, Operations, and Tax on recurring and ad hoc reporting requests
• Prepare financial analyses, including variance analysis against budget and evaluation of key business drivers
• Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance and support for development
• Partner with other departments to support overall organizational goals and objectives

Span of Control

• Responsible for leading one or more distinct functional areas
• May manage external vendor relationships
• Work deliverables are often self-initiated

Typical Minimum Education & Experience; Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

• Demonstrated relevant experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred but not required
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial role
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SOX compliance
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strong oral and written communication skills