Accounting Manager

Flow Control Group•Saint Louis Park, MN

10d

About The Position

The Accounting Manager assists the Controller with the month-end close process and the day-to-day financial operations of assigned brands, while overseeing Staff Accountants. The role is responsible for the integrity of the general ledger, general accounting functions, and appropriate controls for the Industrial Flow Control (IFC) brands. The position works across multiple IFC brands and ERP systems, partnering with FP&A on monthly management reporting and supporting operational initiatives, audits, tax coordination, and ad hoc projects. It also supervises and mentors Staff Accountants and prepares recurring reports for management. This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday in a professional office environment. Occasional evening and weekend work and occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
At least 5 years of experience in a large commercial business, multi-location organization, or industrial distribution environment is preferred.
Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP.
Strong analytical, written and verbal communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team under tight timelines and pressure.
Previous supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

CPA designation or currently working toward a CPA.
Experience in a large commercial business, multi-location organization, or industrial distribution environment.
Public accounting experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and appropriate controls.
Manage the monthly close process and monthly reconciliations of balance sheet and P&L accounts for multiple IFC brands across multiple ERP systems.
Work with FP&A to prepare monthly management reporting.
Supervise and mentor Staff Accountants.
Provide information and support to external auditors as required.
Provide professional financial and accounting support for operational initiatives.
Manage sales and use tax and property tax, including coordinating information sharing with an external tax provider.
Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly management reports for multiple IFC brands.
Support special ad hoc projects and analytics as required.
Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Benefits

Broad-based employee ownership program.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Competitive 401(k) matching.
Paid time off and holidays.
Parental leave.
Wellness resources.
Employee referral programs.
Climb Financial Program resources, which may include emergency assistance funds, earned wage access, financial coaching, low-cost loan options, retirement planning resources, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through employee ownership.
Access to more than 80,000 learning courses through FCG University.
Career advancement opportunities, cross-functional experience, mentorship, and professional development.