Accounting Manager

Company: H2O Care PartnersLocation: Boston, MA or willing to relocate H2O Care Partners is a shared resource organization based in Massachusetts that builds custom partnerships with leading water quality entrepreneurs, providing expertise in business development, finance, marketing, recruiting, benefits, and other value-add functions. OUR CORE VALUES: Win as a Team: We are stronger together and win by supporting and respecting one another.Always Learning: We are constantly striving to improve ourselves, our organization, and our offerings.Trusted Partners: We are responsive to our partners and customers, communicating with honesty, integrity, and transparency.Excellence in Our Work: We are committed to providing exceptional service and solutions delivered by an expert team.Results Oriented: We go the extra mile to solve our partners' and customers' needs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Own month-end close process, financial reporting deadlines, and preparation of variance analysis with an emphasis on inventory/cost of sales, including margin analysis Review and approve all journal entries and account reconciliations Variance research and narratives for management regarding anomalies in actuals, forecasts, and budgets Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits and ensure timely provision of required schedules and documentation Direct and oversee the lease process, ensuring that all leases are entered into the accounting system in a timely and accurate manner, and thoroughly reviewing all lease reports and reconciliation Monitor inventory accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness Support in guiding other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy and applying observations and recommendations to operational issues Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, enhance controls, and streamline reporting Partner closely with the Controller to support business initiatives PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations including experience with manufacturing/inventory Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to both technical and nontechnical audiences Advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI or other AI tools a plus A strong understanding of financial statements and GAAP principles Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving ability Comfortable operating in a private-equity environment and interfacing with executives and Board members Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to roll up your sleeves EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field CPA preferred 5-7 years of related experience required in accounting Experience in a fast-paced environment is a must, while experience with acquisitions is a nice-to-have LOCATION: Central/Eastern Massachusetts area preferrable Hybrid working model, expect 1-2 days per week in the office COMPENSATION: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and will include an attractive base salary, annual bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package. For candidates whose primary place of work will be in Massachusetts, the expected base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $135,000 annually. This range represents the base salary H2O Care Partners expects to pay for this position at the time of this posting. Individual pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant experience, education and specific work location.