Accounting Manager

Accounting ManagerA well-established real estate/title services organization is seeking a qualified Accounting Manager to join their team in Bayside, NY. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys owning the close, safeguarding cash/escrow controls, and partnering directly with company leadership.In this role, you'll lead the accounting function with a strong focus on cash management, escrow/operating account controls, month-end close, and financial reporting. You'll supervise an Accounting Assistant and serve as the accounting escalation point for operations while working closely with the President/ownership on reporting, analysis, and planning.Job DescriptionOversee daily cash activity across operating, escrow, premium, recording, and payroll accountsReview and release wires, disbursements, refunds, and check requests under dual-control proceduresLead month-end close including journal entries, accruals, and reclassesComplete/review bank and three-way reconciliations; resolve file-level discrepanciesPrepare monthly financial statements and variance/trend reporting for leadershipManage payroll accounting, including contractor (1099) pay runs and payroll/PEO invoice reconciliationApprove vendor payments and credit card coding; maintain vendor master controls and payment-change verificationSupport underwriter and regulatory compliance (premium remittance, audits, data call, sales tax, escheatment)Supervise, train, and support the Accounting Assistant; strengthen SOPs and internal controlsQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)4+ years of progressive accounting experience (2+ years of supervisory experience preferred)Strong experience with full-cycle month-end close, financial statement prep, and GAAP fundamentalsExperience managing multiple bank accounts/reconciliations and payroll accountingIntermediate Excel skills and comfort learning new accounting/banking platformsStrong internal controls mindset (fraud prevention, dual-control processes)Perks/BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision benefitsStable full-time schedule (Monday–Friday)High-ownership role with direct visibility to leadership and impact on process improvements