Accounting Manager

Metropolis Technologies•Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

SP+, a Metropolis company, is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision to provide checkout-free parking experiences. The Accounting Manager is responsible for accounting activities for managed and leased properties in an assigned region. The role prepares financial reports and budgets, analyzes variances, compiles reporting packages for senior management and clients, and oversees general accounting functions such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and cash management. It also administers financial management systems and evaluates and integrates new applications. The position supervises Bookkeepers and maintains relationships with clients, managers, and office staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
At least seven years of professional accounting experience.
Prior management or supervisory experience.
Advanced Excel skills.
Prior experience using accounting and/or general ledger systems.
Demonstrated ability to review financial and accounting statements.
Ability to maintain a cohesive working relationship with clients, managers, and office staff.
Project management skills, including resource allocation, timeline maintenance, and decision-making.
Strong analytical and interpersonal communication skills.
Deadline-oriented, with the ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.

Nice To Haves

Experience with time and attendance biometric software is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review monthly reporting packages for managed and leased clients, account reconciliations, variance account analysis, and journal entries.
Attend monthly client meetings or other meetings as needed.
Supervise Bookkeepers to ensure assignments are completed efficiently, effectively, and as required.
Ensure timely and accurate revenue entry, accounts payable invoice processing, and payroll input.
Complete local audit requests from clients and internal or external auditors.
Assist with budget preparation and actual-to-budget variance analysis.
Develop and maintain strong client relations.
Complete ad hoc projects as requested.
Prepare financial reports and budgets and perform variance analysis in accordance with business plan expectations.
Compile periodic financial reporting packages for senior management.
Oversee general accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, account reconciliation, and cash management.
Administer financial management systems and evaluate and integrate new applications.