Accounting Team Manager

ADT • Boca Raton, FL

5d

About The Position

Responsible for assisting in the day-to-day maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger and in preparing basic financial reports while directly supervising one or more individuals. The role is seen as developmental for individuals who have exhibited managerial potential through past performance.
Responsible for account reconciliations, assistance with process improvements and account reconciliation efficiencies, journal entry, and balance sheet reconciliation review. Must be familiar with Sarbanes Oxley requirements and assist in maintaining those controls. Interact with external and internal auditors on a regular basis as well as coordinate audit needs with the team. Supervise/mentor other staff and senior accountants, with responsibility over career development.

Requirements

• Must demonstrate ability in the following areas:
• Accountability and Drive for Results: Strong customer focus and collaborative skills.
• Change Agent: Ability and readiness to embrace and successfully drive/implement change.
• Functional/Technical Skills: Strong fundamentals in accounting and US GAAP.
• Team Player: Comfortable operating within a dynamic, complex organizational structure.
• Command Skills: Ability to provide direction to others and follow up to ensure execution.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in accounting or related field.
• Must be organized and detail-oriented, flexible, able to work independently, possess a strong systems background and good oral and written communication skills, and have experience working in a large corporate environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with leadership.
• Able to understand and apply technical accounting concepts.
• Advanced Excel.
• Ability to utilize computer technology.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem solving skills; ability to “think outstide the box.”
• Analytical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or MBA, preferred.
• Some supervision experience is a plus.
• Experience with ERP ledger systems is preferred.
• Revenue accounting experience - especially ASC606 revenue recognition - is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile complex general ledger accounts monthly, including research and resolution of discrepancies.
• Maintain and enhance financial systems and reporting mechanisms.
• Prepare/review monthly journal entries and supporting schedules.
• Prepare/review account reconciliations.
• Participate in month end, quarter end, and year end closings.
• Communicate with team members from other functional areas as well as external sources.
• Comply with internal controls and best practices and assist in other accounting projects as requested.
• Provide information for auditors and for other special projects.
• Delegate work to staff as necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees