accounting manager

Gypsum Management and Supply•Lawrenceville, GA

24d

About The Position

Summary of Position: The primary functions of an accounting manager are to manage the accounting department and work with all levels of associates within the organization. Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, and month-end closing, while ensuring GAAP compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree emphasis in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of 5 years of related work experience
Strong Microsoft office skills
Advanced skills in Excel
Demonstrated knowledge of all general and advanced accounting procedures
Ability to self-manage, show initiative and solve problems
Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

Responsibilities

Complete financial statements on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
Review current internal controls and implement approved procedures to correct any deficiencies
Coordinate with internal and external audits
Implement internal controls to prevent errors and fraud
Assure that all tax payments are made to the proper taxing authority on a timely basis.
Review and maintain the fixed assets ledger and perform physical inventories of assets on an annual basis
Reconcile general ledgers to trial balance monthly, investigate any differences and make corrections
Know payroll preparation process, including direct deposits, tax deposits, and tax forms, insurance, deductions, etc.
Perform A/P and A/R processes
Detailed understanding of the credit management process
Complete comprehension of claims process
Strong knowledge of inventory management: inventory turns, days in inventory, obsolete inventory, and surplus inventory
Manage, train, and mentor team members
Oversee month-end and year-end close
Identify inefficiencies in processes
Implement new automation tools
Collaborate with other departments to support overall business goals and initiatives