Accounting Manager - Zeeland, MI
About The Position
The Accounting Manager is responsible for key corporate accounting functions, including fixed asset accounting, travel and expense programs, the corporate card program, and the corporate vehicle program. The position also supports lease accounting, general ledger activities, month-end and year-end close, internal controls, and audit requirements. Working closely with the Controller and cross-functional partners, the Accounting Manager helps ensure accurate financial reporting and effective accounting processes while providing leadership, guidance, and oversight for assigned accounting activities and team members. The successful candidate will combine technical accounting knowledge with hands-on operational leadership. They will own key accounting processes, identify and resolve discrepancies, maintain internal controls, partner with the Controller, and work across departments to ensure accurate and timely financial information. Novo Building Products is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, specialty millwork, and board products. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, the company operates Ornamental Decorative Millwork, L.J. Smith Stair Systems, and Novo Direct.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 6–7 years of accounting experience.
- Strong proficiency with automated accounting systems, ERP platforms, general ledger applications, and advanced spreadsheet tools.
- Solid working knowledge of GAAP and/or IFRS, with the ability to apply accounting principles to day-to-day business situations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Sound judgment and the ability to independently manage assigned accounting responsibilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex financial and accounting information clearly to different audiences.
- Ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships and collaborate effectively with accounting, finance, and operational teams.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a supervisory, leadership, or team-lead capacity.
- Demonstrated ability to coach and develop team members.
- Experience with fixed assets, travel and expense programs, corporate cards, lease accounting, and/or corporate vehicle programs.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile fixed asset schedules and reports, ensure compliance with company accounting policies, and support the Tax Manager as needed.
- Manage and administer the company's travel and expense program, including the corporate card program.
- Oversee accounting-related responsibilities for the leased corporate vehicle program.
- Support the Lease Administrator with tracking, monitoring, and accounting for company leases.
- Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts monthly to support accurate financial reporting and ledger maintenance.
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities with the general ledger team and Financial Reporting Manager.
- Prepare documentation and supporting schedules for internal and external auditors as requested.
- Develop, document, and improve accounting processes and policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
- Partner with the Controller on complex operational and accounting matters to align with financial reporting and control standards.
- Build effective relationships with cross-functional teams and provide accounting guidance as needed.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and oversight to assigned team members and accounting processes.
- Identify accounting or operational issues, analyze potential solutions, and assist with implementing process improvements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive wages and shift premiums.
- Clean work environment.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Employee assistance program.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- 401(k) program with employer match.
- Dynamic culture where team members are encouraged to contribute, change, and grow and are rewarded accordingly.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
