Accounting Manager

MTC Corrections•Centerville, UT

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Begin your future now and join the nearly 10,000 associates working daily to make a difference in the lives of at-risk populations. Headquartered in Centerville, Utah, Management and Training Corporation (MTC) provides thousands of individuals with life-changing opportunities through our management of Job Corps Centers and Correctional Facilities. Apply today and find out why MTC is a true Leader in Social Impact. This is an in-office position at our Headquarters in Centerville, UT with occasional travel to MTC facilities within the United States. MTC Corporate Benefits: Collaborative In-Office Environment Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance AD&D and Short-term Disability 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Vacation and Sick time Paid Holidays Professional Development Assistance Career Advancement Opportunities Employee Assistance Program Position Summary: Reports the Director of Finance, Corporate. This position manages critical corporate accounting functions to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. The role oversees month-end close activities, maintains accounting controls and audit readiness, serves as the subject matter expert for Accounts Receivable, the Purchasing Card (P-Card) program, and Fixed Assets, and supports system enhancements, process improvements, and compliance with company policy, accounting standards, and applicable regulations. Post assigned corporate accounting functions to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. Oversee and coordinate month-end and year-end close activities related to assigned areas, including review and resolution of complex accounting issues. Ensure proper accounting treatment, reconciliations, controls, and review processes are maintained for assigned functions in accordance with company policy, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations. Ensure completion and review of assigned monthly balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with company policy and internal control requirements. Assist with audit support, internal reviews, and responses to information requests as related to assigned functions. Serve as the primary subject matter expert for assigned accounting areas, including Accounts Receivable, the Purchasing Card (P-Card) program, and Fixed Assets, providing technical guidance and resolving escalated issues. Support MTC facilities, subsidiaries, and associated finance personnel by providing technical accounting guidance, issue resolution, and consistent application of corporate accounting standards. Support financial system functionality, enhancements, and implementations, including testing, documentation, and process alignment. Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and reduce risk. Support the management of corporate accounting policies and procedures, including reviews and updates. Maintain accountability for assigned processes and adhere to company safety practices. Contribute to our company Culture of Caring by maintaining positive and respectful relationships with employees, customers, vendors, program recipients and our community. It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting.
Minimum of four years’ experience, two of which must be supervisory.
Must have strong understanding and experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Must be willing and able to travel.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Unless waived by management, valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated knowledge of accounting procedures and requirements preferred.
Knowledge of Oracle general ledger functionality preferred.

Responsibilities

Post assigned corporate accounting functions to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting.
Oversee and coordinate month-end and year-end close activities related to assigned areas, including review and resolution of complex accounting issues.
Ensure proper accounting treatment, reconciliations, controls, and review processes are maintained for assigned functions in accordance with company policy, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations.
Ensure completion and review of assigned monthly balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with company policy and internal control requirements.
Assist with audit support, internal reviews, and responses to information requests as related to assigned functions.
Serve as the primary subject matter expert for assigned accounting areas, including Accounts Receivable, the Purchasing Card (P-Card) program, and Fixed Assets, providing technical guidance and resolving escalated issues.
Support MTC facilities, subsidiaries, and associated finance personnel by providing technical accounting guidance, issue resolution, and consistent application of corporate accounting standards.
Support financial system functionality, enhancements, and implementations, including testing, documentation, and process alignment.
Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and reduce risk.
Support the management of corporate accounting policies and procedures, including reviews and updates.
Maintain accountability for assigned processes and adhere to company safety practices.
Contribute to our company Culture of Caring by maintaining positive and respectful relationships with employees, customers, vendors, program recipients and our community.
It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.