Accounting Manager

Vandalia Rental•Vandalia, OH

57d•$125,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager plays a key role in keeping Vandalia Rental’s financial systems accurate, efficient, and audit-ready. You’ll lead the accounting function teams, ensure integrity across financial reporting, and drive continuous process improvement through disciplined control and analysis while collaborating cross-functionally to strengthen Vandalia Rental’s financial backbone. This role is designed for someone who enjoys solving financial puzzles and using data to create clarity.

Requirements

A methodical problem-solver who values structure, process, and measurable results.
A self-starter who can work independently, prioritize logically, and execute without supervision.
A decisive leader who sees both detail and the big picture — understanding how small errors scale into big impact.
Change leader. Not a “change for change sake” person, but open and supportive of positive change.
A teacher-leader who builds competence and confidence through clarity and systems.
Advanced degree, CPA or MBA
7–10 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years leading a team
Deep understanding of GAAP, internal controls, reconciliations, and month-end close procedures
High proficiency in Excel, financial reporting and business intelligence tools
ERP experience (RentalMan a plus)
Experience in multi-location operations (equipment rental, construction, or other utilization-based industry a plus)
Authorized to work in The United States
Must read, write and speak English proficiently
Position is onsite Monday through Friday

Nice To Haves

ERP experience (RentalMan a plus)
Experience in multi-location operations (equipment rental, construction, or other utilization-based industry a plus)

Responsibilities

Manage all daily accounting operations — AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, and journal postings.
Own the integrity of the general ledger; ensure transactions are accurate, timely, and properly categorized.
Produce and review monthly financial statements and district-level reports with detailed variance analysis.
Link financial results to operational performance, uncovering trends and performance drivers.
Lead the month-end closing process to deliver timely, accurate reports.
Review reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Support the Director of Finance in variance explanations and strategic insights.
Analyze data to identify root causes, not just results, and implement process corrections.
Maintain and enhance internal control systems to safeguard company assets.
Ensure full compliance with GAAP, audit requirements, and established company policies.
Conduct regular control checks, approval audits, and documentation reviews.
Prepare supporting schedules and data for third-party auditors and internal reviews.
Lead and develop accounting specialists across AP, AR, and payroll.
Coach the team to think analytically — understanding not just what to do but why.
Build a culture of precision, accountability, and improvement through clear expectations and systems thinking.
Partner with IT and Operations to enhance ERP systems, financial reporting tools, business intelligence, and automation opportunities.
Evaluate workflows to improve efficiency and data visibility.
Drive KPI reporting that links accounting accuracy to operational decision-making.
Lead initiatives for digitization, process mapping, and technology upgrades that reduce manual work and error risk.