Accounting Manager

HOLLY POULTRY•Baltimore, MD

25d•$95,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager leads the month-end close and oversees day-to-day accounting operations across multiple business units. The role ensures accurate journal entries, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and monthly financial reporting. It also provides leadership to the general ledger and payroll teams and partners with finance, operational leadership, and external auditors. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment, working with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field (listed as preferred in the qualifications).
At least 5 years of accounting experience, including hands-on and oversight experience with month-end close, general ledger, and reconciliation ownership.
At least 2 years of direct supervisory experience leading, coaching, and managing accounting staff.
Strong, up-to-date knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Proficiency in ERP and financial management systems and accounting software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to bridge accounting staff and non-financial internal customers.
Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
Must successfully pass a post-offer/pre-employment drug and background screen.

Nice To Haves

Food distribution and manufacturing experience.
Experience with Canopy, SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

Lead the month-end close, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, completing balance sheet reconciliations, and investigating and resolving variances.
Prepare and review monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations for multiple entities and follow up on outstanding reconciling items.
Review and post journal entries prepared by the general ledger team.
Prepare the monthly financial reporting package for review by the Corporate Controller and Director of Finance.
Calculate and record monthly accruals across multiple entities, including miscellaneous expenses, inbound and outbound freight, inventory purchases, and bonus accruals.
Record fixed-asset acquisitions across entities, maintain depreciation and amortization schedules, and advise management on potential asset disposals.
Oversee the day-to-day activities of the general ledger and payroll teams, ensuring weekly payroll is submitted on time and payroll records are accurately posted to the accounting system.
Lead weekly reviews of general, administrative, and non-inventory invoices to ensure accurate general ledger coding.
Assist the Corporate Controller with technical accounting research and accounting tasks to support GAAP compliance.
Work with the Corporate Controller and external auditors to prepare audit schedules and documentation and address audit findings.
Assist with developing and preparing annual budgets and related forecasts.
Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and process documentation.
Collaborate with the Corporate Controller and plant and operational leadership to identify and drive continuous process improvements.
Coach and develop team members, conduct performance evaluations, support professional development, and foster an engaged, high-performing team.
Work with A/R and A/P departments to resolve discrepancies and provide support as needed.
Collaborate with the Corporate Controller and Director of Finance on ad hoc projects and provide support as needed.