Accounting Manager

Apex Service Partners•Tampa, FL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Manager within Partner Services will play a key role in ensuring accurate, timely, and well‑controlled accounting operations. This individual will focus on operationalizing accounting policies, executing daily and monthly accounting processes, and supporting the Senior Manager and APS Controller in delivering reliable financial information. The Accounting Manager must be highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment. This role is responsible for implementing and maintaining operational rigor of the day‑to‑day accounting activities related to the Partner Services income statement and balance sheet, including accounts payable, cash transactions, fixed assets, prepaids, accrued expenses, and other core accounting functions. The Accounting Manager will support the month‑end close process, prepare and review reconciliations, assist with financial analyses, and help ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial reporting. This role will support audit requests, assist with system access and training for accounting tools, and collaborate with regional accounting teams as needed. This role will also participate in operationalizing technical accounting processes. This includes leading or reviewing opening balance sheets for acquired entities in accordance with ASC 805 (Business Combinations), assisting with development and implementation of optimized lease accounting processes under ASC 842.

Requirements

5+ years of accounting experience (Big 4 public accounting preferred)
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
CPA strongly preferred
Experience with Sage Intacct, other ERP systems, and lease accounting software a plus
Background in M&A-heavy or high-growth environments a plus
Strong Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets
Experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting month‑end close
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize effectively
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting concepts clearly
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks
Positive attitude, team‑oriented mindset, and desire to grow within a fast‑paced environment
Analytical and data‑driven
Strong communicator (written and verbal)
Highly organized with excellent time‑management skills
Resourceful and proactive in solving problems
Comfortable in a nimble, entrepreneurial environment
Collaborative, respectful, and committed to high ethical standards
Motivated to learn, grow, and contribute to a scaling organization

Nice To Haves

Big 4 public accounting experience
CPA
Experience with Sage Intacct, other ERP systems, and lease accounting software
Background in M&A-heavy or high-growth environments

Responsibilities

Execute an accurate and timely month‑end close, including preparation and review of journal entries, using FloQast to ensure timely completion of reconciliations, and supporting close checklist
Maintain accurate general ledger activity and ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies
Review cash transactions, AP activity, and other recurring transactions to ensure accuracy and timeliness
Maintain, reconcile, and review balance sheet accounts, including fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, and other key accounts
Support cash management processes and ensure proper internal controls are followed
Implement team processes and maintain proper documentation for internal controls and audit readiness
Assist in preparing and reviewing opening balance sheet schedules for newly acquired entities in accordance with ASC 805
Gather and validate acquisition‑related financial data, including trial balances, supporting documentation, and fair value adjustments
Coordinate with the APS Accounting Senior Manager, APS Director of Technical Accounting to ensure accurate application of purchase accounting
Maintain organized documentation to support audit review of opening balance sheet entries
Maintain lease schedules and ensure completeness and accuracy of lease data within the lease accounting system
Review monthly lease‑related journal entries (ROU asset amortization, lease liability accretion, variable lease payments)
Review lease‑related balance sheet account reconciliations and review lease modifications, new leases, and terminations
Assist with gathering lease documentation during acquisitions and onboarding new entities into the lease accounting system
Serve as a point of contact for accounting system access and basic troubleshooting (Intacct, FloQast, Stampli, JPM banking platform)
Support training and onboarding for new users on accounting systems
Assist with integration activities for newly acquired businesses, including data gathering and system setup
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency. Work with APS Accounting Senior Manager and APS Controller on process simplification
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (finance, systems, partnership development) to support operational needs
Support the Senior Manager and APS Controller with ad‑hoc analyses, reporting requests, and special projects
Contribute positively to team culture and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement