Accounting Operations Manager

JM Eagle•Los Angeles, CA

18d•$97,490 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Operations Manager leads a team of accounting professionals and oversees accounting and financial operations. The role focuses on implementing accounting systems, projects, and process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness. It supervises cost accounting, property accounting, fixed-asset accounting, and accounts payable, while collaborating with management, executives, affiliates, and departments across the organization. The position also handles operational accounting, tax compliance and audits, internal controls, financial analysis, and support for external audits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
At least 5 years of full-time managerial experience in an accounting leadership role.
Experience testing new technology and successfully implementing new accounting systems.
Advanced-level Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong critical-thinking skills and determination to solve problems creatively.
Ability to learn and quickly apply industry-related regulations.
Ability to prepare and deliver reports to management, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) title or designation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise cost accounting, property accounting, and fixed-asset accounting functions.
Oversee the accounts payable team to support timely and efficient vendor payments.
Mentor and guide team members in their growth and career development.
Procure and implement accounting systems for accounts payable, expense and travel reimbursements, corporate credit card management, and other functions.
Prepare, review, and audit internal payment requests for accurate and proper documentation.
Build and implement accounting systems.
Liaise regularly with management and executive teams across the organization, including affiliates.
Collaborate with departments across the organization on initiatives.
Create and enforce accounting policies and procedures, and document standard operating procedures.
Implement process improvements, including the use of technology to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Identify internal control deficiencies and develop plans to address them.
Provide documents and support for the annual external audit.
Review state and local tax compliance filings and handle tax audits.
Provide ongoing operational support to other Finance departments.
Maintain clear and accurate accounting records.
Perform analysis, investigate irregularities or abnormalities, and report findings to management.
Prepare journal entries in accordance with accounting policies.
Perform account reconciliations and review accounts to resolve unusual items and variances.
Complete assigned job-related duties and special projects, including ad hoc reports and analyses.
Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements and accounting best practices.