Accounting Manager

PFG | Performance Good Group•Colorado Springs, CO

13d•$105,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Accounting Manager drives consistent and accurate financial processes for their area of responsibility and supports the accurate management of supplier and customer contracts. The role evaluates contracts involving payments to customers and receipts from suppliers under negotiated programs. It leads a team, develops value-added financial reports, identifies financial risks and opportunities, ensures compliance with corporate financial policies, and advances key initiatives. The manager identifies process improvements, recommends solutions, oversees their execution, and provides direction to a team of one or more accountants. The role may also perform other duties to meet company needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
At least 5 years of accounting or finance experience.
Strong understanding of GAAP, particularly revenue recognition.
Strong communication, independent problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including working with large, complex data sets.

Nice To Haves

3–5 years of experience managing Accounting/Finance staff.
Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
CPA.
Experience in contract management.
Foodservice or food distribution industry experience.
Power BI experience.
BlackLine experience.
Experience managing two or more people in a corporate Accounting/Finance setting.
Accounts payable (AP) or accounts receivable (AR) experience.

Responsibilities

Lead month-end financial close and provide month-end closing deliverables.
Review and approve account reconciliations.
Document standard operating procedures and ensure compliance with corporate financial policies and control activities.
Support accounting and forecasting needs in partnership with internal departments and stakeholders, including Sales, Merchandising, and Operations.
Ensure timely contract maintenance, interpretation, and review.
Ensure accurate reporting and timely resolution of customer and supplier rebates.
Drive continuous process improvements through a thorough understanding of the team’s responsibilities.
Implement, maintain, and enhance SOX controls and best practices.
Manage staffing, training, coaching, performance management, and problem resolution for the team.
Develop career paths and promote a culture of ownership, learning, and high performance for accounting staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned.