Accounting Manager

Intivity•East Rochester, NY

5d•$85,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager supports the company’s growth by ensuring accounting operations scale effectively, financial reporting remains accurate and timely, and internal controls are consistently maintained. This role owns the period-end close process, strengthens audit readiness and compliance, and identifies opportunities to improve efficiency through process and system optimization. Reporting to the CFO, the Accounting Manager provides leadership across daily accounting functions and fosters a high-performing, collaborative team focused on accountability, development, and operational excellence. This position also plays an important role in supporting strategic initiatives across the Finance organization.

Requirements

BA in Accounting or related field.
Eight years of accounting experience.
Prior experience leading accounting team.
Judgement and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently, be accountable, investigate problems, initiate solutions, work under deadline constraints, and manage multiple tasks.
Strong organizational skills include the ability to manage multiple projects and details simultaneously.
Strong verbal and written communication skills include sensitivity and ability to work with confidential information.
Strong understanding of GAAP.
Ability to develop and maintain accurate records and data files.
Excellent customer relations skills.
High integrity and discretion.
Hands on, execution-oriented leader.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Management Lead and manage the accounting team, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger staff.
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure task alignment with company goals.
Provide support, guidance, and training to ensure continual professional growth within the team.
Delegate tasks effectively, set expectations, and ensure quality and accountability.
Financial Close & Reporting Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
Review internal financial reports and deliverables for executive leadership.
Analyze financial statements and variances, offering insights and corrective actions as needed.
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all journal entries and reconciliations.
Compliance, Internal Controls & Policy Enforcement Maintain and enforce strong internal control systems to ensure regulatory compliance.
Ensure adherence to company policies, accounting standards (GAAP), and industry best practices.
Partner with CFO to review and update financial policies and procedures.
Identify risks and recommend corrective actions.
Audit Coordination & External Reporting Act as primary liaison with external auditors during interim and year-end audits.
Coordinate the preparation of audit schedules, requested documentation, and walkthroughs.
Partner with CFO on audit findings and help implement recommended improvements.
Support tax preparers or consultants with year-end financial data, fixed asset schedules, and other required filings.
Process Improvement & Systems Optimization Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows and lead process improvements.
Support ERP improvements, system upgrades, implementations, and data migrations.
Champion standardization and automation of recurring processes where appropriate (e.g., reconciliations, accruals, AP workflows).
Assist in developing dashboards or reports to ensure systems are used consistently and better support decision-making across departments.