Accounting Manager

SAMPSON BLADEN GROUP MASTER • Clinton, NC

105d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager will oversee the day-to-day functions and review month-end reconciliations/analyses of areas including: cash management, prepaid expenses, lease accounting and accounts receivable. This role is responsible for the preparation and accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP, managing month-end and year-end closing activities, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal controls. The Accounting Manager will also serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors for lease accounting and cash management, and will mentor, manage, and develop the cash management team, fostering a culture of accountability and professional excellence. Additionally, this role will drive process improvement by identifying and implementing efficiencies in accounting operations through system optimization, automation, and the application of best practices.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• At least 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong expertise in technical accounting principles.
• Practical experience with ERP systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Proven ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Proven ability to effectively communicate complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
• Exceptional analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving accounting issues.

Nice To Haves

• A CPA certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day functions and review month-end reconciliations/analyses of areas including: cash management, prepaid expenses, lease accounting and accounts receivable.
• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal controls.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors for lease accounting and cash management.
• Mentor, manage, and develop the cash management team.
• Foster a culture of accountability and professional excellence.
• Identify and implement efficiencies in accounting operations through system optimization, automation, and the application of best practices.

What This Job Offers

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