Accounting Manager at Ascape Landscape and Construction

People Solutions Center•Blauvelt, NY

27d•$85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Ascape Landscape and Construction is a leading landscape construction and maintenance company specializing in commercial landscape construction and commercial landscape maintenance. With a commitment to quality craftsmanship and environmental responsibility, we take pride in transforming ideas into reality. We are currently seeking an Accounting Manager to join our team! We offer a competitive compensation package with a base annual salary of $85,000 - $95,000, commensurate with experience, and opportunities for growth. Benefits include health coverage after 90 days, a 401(k) with a 4% employer match, paid time off, and vacation time.

Requirements

Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
5+ years of progressive experience in full-cycle accounting
Understanding of GAAP standards and reporting required
Ability to manipulate and analyze data using advanced Excel skills
A sense of urgency, self-motivation, and ability to multi-task with excellent follow-through is required for success
Ability to pivot to ever-changing business needs; able to be nimble in strategy to achieve company objectives
Demonstrated forward-thinking approach and experience with enhancing, developing and streamlining processes and procedures
Payroll processing experience and experience with certified payroll preparation and automation
Experience with job costing and reporting as well as experience with payroll reporting for OCIP and CCIP insured jobs

Nice To Haves

Experience working with ERPs with a view to sourcing efficient financial operation
Experience with 3rd party business management platforms such as Paychex, Bill.com, QuickBooks and others
CPA/CMA and MBA
Cost Accounting experience
Experience with sales tax and payroll tax reporting and filing
Experience in multi-company operations and consolidations

Responsibilities

Managing the day-to-day accounting operations, including AR, AP, GL Management, billings, vendor setup, banking activities, etc.
Collaborating with the Chief Financial Officer in supporting business operations analysis, and implementing operating metrics;
Overseeing and managing the monthly close process for multiple entities, including journal entries, management reporting and close package preparation;
Reviewing balance sheets and P&L and maintain detailed records;
Overseeing bank and credit card reconciliations;
Creating and documenting streamlined standard operating procedures and recommending ways to improve and measure company performance based on financial results; developing, implementing and maintain internal policies, financial controls, processes and procures in compliance with GAAP standards;
Other duties as assigned.