Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager is responsible for performing highly specialized accounting work required to maintain the Velocity’s general ledger. Working under the direction of the Director of Accounting/Controller, the Accounting Manger directs and coordinates the daily activities of the accounting staff to quickly and accurately record the revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities of the company. The incumbent should be a highly motivated self-starter with supervisory, review, and analytical experience. The incumbent is also responsible for preparing monthly financial management reports and annual financial statements.  This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities. 

Core Responsibilities:

• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.
• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close.
• Ensure the accurate and timely reporting of all financial information.
• Assist the Controller in the daily banking requirements.
• Supports budget and forecasting activities.
• Collaborates with the other finance department managers to support overall department goals and objectives.
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Responds to inquiries from the CFO, Controller, and other finance and firm-wide managers regarding financial results and special reporting requests.
• Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.
• Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.
• Handle personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc.
• Work with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff.
• Support Controller with special projects and workflow process improvements.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). 
• Ability to develop and establish financial policies and procedures. 
• Ability to work independently, with little supervision. 
• Ability to effectively direct and supervise.