Accounting Manager

Manager, AccountingReports To: Chief Financial OfficerLocation: Grand Rapids, MICompensation: Competitive, commensurate with experienceHarrison Gray Search is partnering with a private equity-backed, multi-site commercial fleet services platform to identify a Manager, Accounting. Our client is building a differentiated national network of high-quality commercial truck repair shops and mobile service providers focused on delivering reliable inspections, preventative maintenance, and repair services to small and mid-sized commercial fleets. The platform is growing rapidly through both organic expansion and disciplined M&A, and is in an active build phase across finance, operations, and shared infrastructure.Our client operates in a large, fragmented, and increasingly professionalizing corner of the commercial fleet services market. Fleets are demanding higher uptime, tighter regulatory compliance, and more dependable service partners, and many independent repair shop owners have built strong businesses but lack the infrastructure, capital, and systems required to scale across multiple locations.The platform partners with leading independent repair operators and integrates them into a performance-driven operating model designed to elevate shop performance and deliver consistent, high-quality services to fleet customers. The model provides operational best practices and performance metrics, centralized parts procurement and vendor relationships, technology and shop management systems, and technician recruiting, training, and development support. Great independent shops keep their local leadership, culture, and customer relationships, while gaining the tools and resources to grow and scale.The RoleThe Manager, Accounting will serve as a key contributor to the finance organization, participating in the management of all accounting, financial controllership, and financial reporting activities across a rapidly growing, multi-location commercial fleet services platform. The role will play a critical part in maintaining scalable financial infrastructure, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, strengthening internal controls, and supporting the company's continued growth through acquisitions and operational expansion. The Manager will be involved in day-to-day accounting operations while helping strengthen financial processes and systems across the organization.Given the dynamic and entrepreneurial nature of the platform, agility, accountability, and a willingness to operate both strategically and tactically are essential. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable navigating high-level financial initiatives and rolling up their sleeves to execute detailed accounting work in a fast-paced environment. As the platform continues to grow through both organic expansion and M&A activity, this role will be important in integrating newly acquired businesses, standardizing financial processes, and developing a scalable accounting organization.This is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing platform at a pivotal stage of expansion, with meaningful visibility and impact across the organization, direct involvement in shaping the financial playbooks for the business, and a seat on a high-performing team.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner closely with the CEO and CFO to develop accounting and controllership processes across a multi-site commercial fleet maintenance and repair organizationContribute to day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, cash management, and inventory and parts accountingParticipate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reportingPrepare and review consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAPPerform and oversee balance sheet reconciliations, revenue recognition analysis, expense accruals, and payroll reconciliationsDevelop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and financial proceduresPartner with operational leadership to improve financial visibility into shop-level performance, labor utilization, parts margins, and operational KPIsSupport budgeting, forecasting, and monthly variance analysis processesMonitor and analyze financial performance, cash flow, EBITDA, working capital, and covenant compliance in a leveraged environmentParticipate in purchase accounting and financial integration efforts for acquisitions, including onboarding acquired businesses into the platform's financial systems and processesAssist with implementation, optimization, and ongoing administration of ERP and financial reporting systems, including NetSuite or similar platformsCollaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, lenders, and other third-party partnersSupport tax filings, sales and use tax compliance, and payroll tax administration across multiple jurisdictionsRecommend and implement process improvements to enhance scalability, efficiency, accuracy, and internal reporting capabilitiesStay current on accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices relevant to fleet services, transportation, and multi-location operationsParticipate in special projects and other duties consistent with a rapidly growing organizationQualifications and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field requiredCPA designation required5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with increasing levels of responsibilityStrong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controlsExperience managing month-end close, consolidations, and multi-entity accounting environmentsProficiency with NetSuite or similar ERP systemsExperience operating in a leveraged, private equity-backed, or high-growth environment preferredDemonstrated experience supporting acquisitions, roll-up strategies, and post-acquisition integrationsStrong understanding of operational accounting in a multi-location services businessExcellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsStrong communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capability to communicate financial concepts clearly across all levels of the organizationProven leadership experience managing and mentoring accounting teamsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and evolving environmentHigh attention to detail with strong ownership mentality and execution skillsWillingness to be hands-on and deeply involved in day-to-day operations while helping build scalable infrastructure for future growthWhy This OpportunityFounding-team seat on the finance function of a PE-backed multi-site services platform in a large, fragmented, professionalizing marketDirect partnership with CEO and CFO from day one, with meaningful influence over how the accounting organization is builtReal M&A integration exposure through an active acquisition pipelinePath to scale a career alongside the platform through its growth trajectoryGrand Rapids, MI base — cost-of-living-friendly market with strong finance/accounting talent depth