Accounting Manager

Aston Carter•Charleston, SC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role oversees the full cycle of customer and vendor payments while supervising accounting staff and ensuring accurate, timely financial records. You will manage daily cash postings, reconcile accounts, support month-end close, and drive process improvements, all while maintaining strong relationships with customers and vendors.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in accounts receivable or accounts payable.
Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliation.
Experience supporting month-end close activities.
Strong skills in financial reporting and understanding of financial statements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
Ability to work under pressure and consistently meet deadlines.
Ability to supervise and guide accounting staff effectively.

Nice To Haves

Accounting or finance degree preferred.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Demonstrated ability to develop and improve accounting processes and workflows.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail when reviewing cash activity and reconciliations.
Effective communication skills for interacting with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Process customer and vendor payments via ACH, wire, and checks, and post amounts paid to customer accounts and outstanding invoices accurately and promptly.
Track and report on outstanding payment issues, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution.
Update and analyze daily cash spreadsheets to ensure all monies received match the daily bank deposit report and that information remains current and accurate.
Research and file claims for past due invoices to recover outstanding funds.
Develop and maintain new processes to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting workflow.
Maintain professional and courteous relationships with customers while addressing payment and account inquiries.
Work closely with the finance leadership to assist in the preparation of the month-end close process.
Reconcile various general ledger accounts, including performing accurate and timely bank reconciliations.
Maintain complete and current vendor information, including addresses, phone numbers, payment terms, and W-9 forms on file.
Assign appropriate vendor and general ledger codes to invoices to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies with vendors in a timely manner.
Supervise accounting staff, providing guidance, oversight, and support to ensure high-quality work and adherence to deadlines.