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Assistant Controller

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Job Title: Accounting Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager with a CPA designation, strong leadership skills, and hands-on systems implementation experience to oversee accounting operations, strengthen financial processes, and support organizational growth. The ideal candidate combines technical accounting expertise with the ability to lead a team, improve workflows, and successfully implement and optimize accounting systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close.
  • Manage and mentor the accounting team, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and timely completion of deliverables.
  • Lead accounting system implementations, upgrades, integrations, and process improvements.
  • Develop and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial reporting procedures.
  • Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and management reports.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax requirements, and applicable financial regulations.
  • Collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

  • Active CPA license required.
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance; advanced degree a plus.
  • Proven experience managing accounting operations and leading a team.
  • Demonstrated experience implementing accounting or ERP systems, including process mapping, data migration, testing, and system optimization.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
  • Excellent leadership, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, drive change, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal Candidate: A hands-on, results-driven accounting leader who combines strong technical expertise with excellent people-management skills and a proven ability to lead successful system implementations and drive continuous improvement.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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