Finance Manager

Hermann Forwarding•Monmouth Junction, NJ

16d

About The Position

The Finance Manager supports financial planning, general accounting, month-end close, and the Controller with audit and tax requirements and deliverables. The role calls for a motivated, organized self-starter who can work independently in a fast-paced environment, manage changing priorities, and meet deadlines. The Finance Manager also evaluates and recommends improvements to accounting processes and general ledger reporting, documents and maintains accounting procedures, and takes on other projects and duties as assigned by management. The position works in a standard office environment, with occasional travel to other locations such as facilities, staff events, or training. It requires frequent communication by phone and in person, use of a computer for prolonged periods, and occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds. Overtime may be required to meet business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.
At least 6 to 8 years of experience with increasing responsibilities in Finance.
Proficient in Excel, including advanced formulas, and Power BI.
Proficient knowledge of Customer Management Systems and advanced skills in PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Office 365, and Word.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong leadership skills, including the ability to hire, coach, counsel, train, and mentor employees in Transportation and Logistics departments.
Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and competing work demands, adapt to shifting priorities, and meet deadlines.
Strong planning, organizational, analytical, and project management skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
Positive interpersonal skills and ability to work across all levels and departments.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and resolve issues efficiently and in a timely manner.
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
Willingness to work overtime as needed to meet business needs.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Microsoft Great Plains, TMW, Mcleod, or TMT.
Knowledge of payroll taxes.
Experience with Concur and Mcleod.
Desire to provide customers with excellent service.

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze profit and loss statements and balance sheets against prior months and budget.
Prepare, approve, and submit balance sheet reconciliations.
Prepare journal entries with supporting documentation and update the monthly checklist.
Prepare and analyze accrual and prepaid entries.
Prepare monthly inventory and intercompany reconciliations.
Provide the audit team with required documents and supporting materials, develop walkthrough process documentation, and coordinate requested documentation with HR, IT, Operations, and other departments.
Prepare location budgets and analyze sales, profit and loss by channel, gross margin, and variances against actuals.
Prepare monthly and quarterly sales tax filings with supporting documentation, prepare documentation requested for income tax, and address state and federal filings and tax notices across multiple jurisdictions.
Perform cash flow analysis and banking responsibilities.
Handle medical intercompany billing and postings, fuel postings and reconciliations, IFTA, HUT, NYST, registrations, amortization schedules, bulk fuel tank postings and reconciliations, and payroll postings and reconciliations.
Evaluate and recommend changes to accounting processes and general ledger reporting capabilities, and document and maintain accounting procedures.
Take on other projects and duties as assigned by management.
Work overtime when needed to meet business needs.
Prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and competing work demands; remain calm under pressure and resolve issues efficiently.
Work independently and collaboratively across departments and organizational levels.