Accounting Manager

ICBD Holdings • Fort Lauderdale, FL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

ABA Centers of America is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations, ensure GAAP compliance, and guide a growing team. This role is crucial for monthly and annual close activities, ASC 842 lease accounting, system and process improvement initiatives, and financial results review. The Accounting Manager will also train and mentor staff, maintain internal controls, and act as the primary contact for external auditors. The company is the nation's fastest-growing provider of autism care, recognized for its rapid expansion and operational discipline.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Prior experience in public accounting strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and ASC 842 lease accounting.
• Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite) and advanced Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUPs).
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certification (e.g., CMA or CPA) preferred.
• Experience with system maintenance or ERP implementation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Review Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and collaborate with department leaders to identify accruals, reclasses, and other required adjustments.
• Prepare and present financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts; post closing entries as needed.
• Reconcile intercompany balances and ensure eliminations are accurately recorded.
• Develop, implement, and enforce accounting policies and procedures.
• Manage accounting systems, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and functionality.
• Lead ad hoc initiatives, including system upgrades, automation, and process improvement projects.
• Oversee lease accounting in accordance with ASC 842, ensuring proper recognition, measurement, and disclosure of lease obligations.
• Partner with Operations to ensure all lease agreements are accurately captured and classified.
• Train, mentor, and develop accounting staff, providing guidance on GAAP, month-end close best practices, and system use.
• Conduct staff performance evaluations and support ongoing professional development.
• Support external audits by ensuring audit requests are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure reliable financial reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, HR, and other departments to ensure accurate expense recognition and alignment with business objectives.
• Provide leadership to the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• 21 paid days off (15 days of PTO, which increases with tenure, plus 6 holidays).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Generous 401(k) with up to 6% employer match.

What This Job Offers

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