Accounting Manager

Cleaver-Brooks • Hayward, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

R.F. MacDonald Co., a Cleaver-Brooks company, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations and support the organization's financial health and growth. This hands-on leadership role oversees daily accounting functions, financial reporting, the month-end close, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. The Accounting Manager works closely with the VP of Finance/Controller and operational leadership to ensure accurate reporting, strengthen accounting practices, and support financial objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including experience leading or supervising accounting functions.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and month-end close processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop accounting professionals.
• Experience overseeing accounting operations, financial reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting and financial management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong business acumen, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• 5–8 years of progressive experience in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Experience with NetSuite and/or Adaptive Planning.
• Experience in construction, industrial services, or related industries.
• Knowledge of California and Nevada tax regulations, prevailing wage requirements, and certified payroll reporting.
• Experience managing accounting operations across multiple business units or locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, credit, fixed assets, and payroll.
• Lead the monthly close process and deliver timely, accurate financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and management reporting within a five-business-day close cycle.
• Analyze financial and operational performance, profitability, budget variances, and business trends to support leadership decision-making.
• Partner with the VP of Finance/Controller and General Managers to develop annual budgets, review financial submissions, and evaluate business performance.
• Oversee compliance with GAAP, applicable accounting regulations, California and Nevada sales and property tax requirements, and Davis-Bacon prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting.
• Evaluate and improve accounting policies, procedures, systems, and internal controls to support accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Manage the annual independent audit, including preparing supporting documentation and coordinating with external auditors.
• Monitor cash flow, oversee reporting to the parent company, evaluate customer credit exposure, and support timely collection of outstanding receivables.
• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting personnel while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and improve financial operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager