Manager, Accounting

The Hillman Group, Inc. • Forest Park, OH

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About The Position

The Manager, Accounting position will oversee and manage accounting functions, which may include revenue, accounts receivable, cash management, expenses, leases, accounts payable or inventory. Essential Job Functions Ensure required journal entries are entered in accordance with Hillman accounting policies and GAAP Analyze accounts looking for required accruals, reclass, and/or adjustments Proactively seek process improvement for close function Assists in the preparation, review, and analysis of financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policy Leads, manages and develops a team, including setting goals, providing ongoing training and maintaining a strong employee relationship Participates in internal and external audits - interacts with auditors, prepares reports, and maintains required documentation. Review and implement changes in control structure as required Performs ad hoc analysis and projects as requested This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities. Education & Experience

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience, preferably with a portion of it being in a supervisory role
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, problem-solving and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated strong professional communication, collaboration, and presentation skills
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop direct reports
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
• High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook, and Internet application

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure required journal entries are entered in accordance with Hillman accounting policies and GAAP
• Analyze accounts looking for required accruals, reclass, and/or adjustments
• Proactively seek process improvement for close function
• Assists in the preparation, review, and analysis of financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policy
• Leads, manages and develops a team, including setting goals, providing ongoing training and maintaining a strong employee relationship
• Participates in internal and external audits - interacts with auditors, prepares reports, and maintains required documentation. Review and implement changes in control structure as required
• Performs ad hoc analysis and projects as requested

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees