R and Payroll

Frequency Electronics, Inc•Uniondale, NY

1d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager is responsible to oversees the Company’s day-to-day financial transactions and processes, including payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. They bridge the gap between financial reporting and business efficiency, managing accounting staff for these areas and driving system automation to ensure accurate, timely close cycles and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Eight or more years of accounting experience
Two or more years of supervisory experience included
Experience working with generally accepted accounting principles and accounting software
Must have ADP system experience, as well as 1099 filing experience
Strong personal computer and business solutions software skills
Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with staff, internal and external clients, and upper management
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Good presentation skills for educating employees on accounting principles and company AP/payroll policies and procedures
Good planning and organizational skills to balance and prioritize work
Ability to be flexible and thrive in a diverse fast paced team environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Manages Accounts Payable (AP) function including setting up vendors and maintaining good vendor relations, overseeing AP group which handles all US and International check/wire transfer disbursements, receiving and reconciling numerous company credit cards, preparing and issuing 1099s, reviewing employee expense reimbursements, and monitoring adequacy of cash flow
Manages Payroll function including reviewing US and International time sheets for timeliness and accuracy, reviewing ADPs payroll register for employee deductions and overseas allowances, reviewing annual W-2s and W-3s for accuracy, ensuring timely payment of payroll taxes and other payroll related payments, and keeping apprised of new labor laws impacting payroll requirements
Responsible for general ledger, accounts payable, and cost accounting related to these areas
Part of monthly closing process and posting of month end information
Ensures accuracy of AP and Payroll data for financial statements
Develops, implements and maintains systems, procedures and policies relating to AP, AR and Payroll functions to ensure adherence to company guidelines
Enters status change information into company system to ensure employee information is accurate and up to date
Acts as a liaison between the company, government and external accountants to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes
Prepares and recommends operating and personnel budgets for approval