Accounting Manager, Corporate Accounting, South Bend, IN

1st Source•South Bend, IN

18h

About The Position

The Accounting Manager oversees and manages assigned accounting functions and subsidiary accounting, establishes and enforces accounting methods, policies, and controls, and reviews consolidated financial statements. The role may oversee functions such as SEC and regulatory reporting, mortgage accounting, accounts payable, financial statements, variance analysis, and investment accounting. It facilitates external audits, reviews accountants’ reports, and oversees budget and forecast preparation for assigned subsidiaries or cost centers. The manager works with accounting and operations personnel on accounting issues, monitors developments in accounting and regulatory standards, assesses their effect on financial statements and regulatory reports, and coordinates necessary changes. The position supervises assigned staff, including responsibilities related to hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, and terminations. Regular, predictable attendance and completion of applicable compliance training are required, as is compliance with laws and regulations relevant to the position. The role may also improve internal accounting processes, serve on the Finance Business Planning team and/or Vendor Management Committee, and perform other assigned duties. Travel for meetings, projects, or seminars may be needed. The job involves standard office work and equipment use, with occasional lifting or moving of items up to 10 pounds.

Requirements

Prior public accounting and/or corporate accounting experience required.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
Strong knowledge of GAAP.
Understanding of consolidated financial statement preparation.
Advanced PC skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is essential.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Good organizational skills.
Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and make decisions.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to travel for meetings, projects, or seminars if needed.

Nice To Haves

Seven or more years of related experience preferred.
Supervisory experience preferred.
CPA or MBA preferred.
Knowledge of PC-based accounting systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee and/or manage assigned accounting functions and accounting for various subsidiaries.
Facilitate external audits of financial statements, regulatory filings, and benefits plans as assigned.
Review reports prepared by accountants for accuracy and content.
Oversee budget and forecast preparation for assigned subsidiaries or cost centers.
Work with accountants and/or operations personnel to address accounting issues.
Monitor new accounting and regulatory standards and stay current with GAAP rules.
Determine the effect of accounting or regulatory changes on financial statements, regulatory reports, footnote disclosures, and internal controls; coordinate implementation of necessary changes.
Supervise assigned staff and exercise managerial authority concerning hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, and terminations.
Complete compliance training related to the position and comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Evaluate and improve internal accounting processes to support organizational goals and internal controls.
Serve as a member of the Finance Business Planning team and/or Vendor Management Committee.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.