Accounting Manager

Essential Job Functions Oversee and coordinate daily operations and transactions of staff, including General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Inventory, Fixed assets, and other assorted accounting topics Ensure accurate General Ledger accounts by performing journal entries, accruals, analysis, and reconciliations Advise staff on coding transactions, reconciliation practices, and proper GAAP treatment Identify, plan, manage and implement process improvement projects Act as liaison with other departments to ensure effective relationships and timely resolution of issues Ensure transactions and processes are in accordance with GAAP and SOX requirements Monitor for aging unresolved inquiries and transactions and proactively seek timely resolution Drive change to optimize operations and increase productivity Help direct reports establish annual goals and objectives and monitor individual performance as well as professional development progress; administer performance appraisals and address performance issues with employees Support various corporate reporting, forecasting, analysis, and process improvement projects as assigned Support annual SOX and substantive audits Other tasks and duties, as assigned Qualifications BS or MS degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field 5+ years accounting experience with at least 2+ years in a supervisory role CPA preferred Public accounting experience desirable Solid understanding of GAAP and general ledger practices Experience with inventory and cost accounting in a manufacturing environment highly desired Familiarity with DCAA and other government related accounting desirable Experience with a multi‑subsidiary environment and intercompany relationships desirable Excellent skills in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) Experience utilizing ERP systems (Microsoft D365 preferred) Team player with well‑developed interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills Strong customer service skills Strong work ethic with superior time‑management skills, capable of organizing and tracking multiple deadlines and priorities Creative and tenacious problem‑solver with strong analytical skills Compensation and Benefits Starting pay depends on qualifications: Accounting Manager: $110,000 - $125,000 annually Other Compensation and Benefits: Target Cash Bonus of 6-8% of earned wages Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 10 paid Holidays Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee‑paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Employee Stock Purchase Plan 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting Company paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program Aflac Supplemental Insurance Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty Tuition Assistance Program Pet Insurance nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status). Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. E-Verify Participation nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization. Additional Information For more information, please review the following notices: E-Verify Participation Poster Right to Work Poster #J-18808-Ljbffr Nlight