Accounting Manager

Morris Group • Windsor, CT

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About The Position

Join a USA Today Top Workplace! Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufactures of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufacturers maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity. Summary of Responsibility: The Accounting Manager is responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with accounting principles and regulations. This role includes managing month-end close process and financial statement preparation. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under tight deadlines are essential for success in this position

Requirements

• Bachelors' Degree or equivalent experience in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience within a manufacturing industry and 2+ years with Senior level experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: proven ability to communicate effectively with internal and external business partners at various levels in a clear and concise manner.
• Attention to details and strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sophisticated Microsoft Excel skills coupled with the ability to develop automated processes, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Understanding and application of cost accounting principles.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or Master's degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end closing process and all related deliverables.
• Prepare and maintain proper support and audit trail for all journal entries, all account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Streamline, standardize, and document month-end close processes by applying best in class practices.
• Lead complex projects ensuring alignment between Morris Group policies and procedures and US GAAP.
• Ensure production of monthly flux analysis and monthly financial trend reports.
• Ensure compliance with business processes by partnering with other departments, including but not limited to FP&A, Operations, Contracts' Administration, Transactional groups.
• Perform GAAP assessment and lead preparation for annual audits.
• Review internal controls, provide recommendations, and facilitate root cause and corrective action planning for defective controls.
• Prepare and review daily, weekly & monthly reports for various functions and groups.
• Prepare and review Sales Tax Returns and support Sales Tax Audits.
• Assist in developing cost accounting practices and, working with the Divisional Controller, implementing a plan to validate and recognize all direct and project-related costing accordingly.
• Oversee accounting and reporting for all company assets, including fixed assets, prepaid expenses, Right of Use for operating leases, and other asset categories, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Perform related duties as required
• The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed.
• The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary
• Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance
• 3+ Weeks' Vacation to Start
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events and perks
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees