Manager I General Accounting

Andersen Corporation • Oak Park Heights, MN

1d • $101,176 - $156,824 • Onsite

About The Position

This leadership position is responsible for managing the General Accounting and Fixed Asset Accounting functions to ensure accurate and timely recording and reporting of enterprise financial and operational information. This role requires the coordination and management of the accounting processes related to the general ledger and the consolidation of enterprise financial activity through the application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and proper internal controls. In addition, this role oversees the fixed asset function to ensure capital expenditures are accounted for properly and in compliance with company policies. As a key Finance leader, this individual will collaborate with various leaders including Corporate Reporting, Treasury, FP&A, Tax, Internal Audit, Engineering, and Shared Services. This individual is responsible to align the team structure to meet the requirements of the department effectively and efficiently. The role requires the ability to provide strategic leadership in all aspects of these functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• Minimum of 10 years related experience
• CPA and/or CMA preferred
• Viewed as a valued strategic financial colleague among proven financial professionals
• Has a continuous improvement mindset that embraces change.
• Possess project management capabilities and presentation skills to help lead change management efforts.
• Proven ability to provide expert and comprehensive guidance to finance and other business partners
• Proficient assessment skills relative to the enrichment of “talent” in the organization
• Effective communicator with both financial and non-financial managers with ability to engage and energize
• Excellent collaboration skills with an inclusive, consultative and solutions driven approach
• Strong accounting knowledge and orientation with strong finance technical skills, including an in-depth knowledge of GAAP.

Nice To Haves

• MBA a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage the period-end and year-end accounting activities, ensuring the accurate, timely and proper recording of enterprise financial information in accordance with GAAP.
• Ensure the integrity of database architecture and the consolidation of financial information.
• Lead the Fixed Asset Accounting Supervisor and team to ensure compliance with accounting policies and current guidance for creation and maintenance of fixed asset records.
• Collaborate with other accounting leaders and business partners to focus on standardization and documentation of capital accounting policies and processes.
• Guide and support the team to identify and implement process improvement efforts related to the capital process.
• Develop staff including supervisors and individual contributors through direct feedback, training and education opportunities to provide the Finance organization with future accounting and finance leaders and technical experts.
• Foster an environment with frequent opportunities for staff and supervisor growth and development through changing and increasing job responsibilities.
• Provide recommendations and solutions for existing financial accounting activities and policies, ensuring all are in compliance with accepted standards and practices.
• Coordinate changes with other finance functions for planful implementation.
• Act as liaison and strategic partner to other finance groups to lead the discipline of maintaining financial data integrity and internal controls.
• Oversee the preparation of financial reports including account reconciliations, balance sheet flux analysis, equity, and other comprehensive income.
• Ensure supporting documentation is maintained.
• Lead the team in process improvement (simplification and standardization) and change efforts.
• Recommend system improvements, infrastructure changes and processes to maximize operational efficiency.
• Focus on best practices to keep pace with the needs of the business.
• Recruit, hire, coach, train, evaluate and manage the General Accounting and Fixed Asset Accounting teams.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills with a focus on coaching and developing the team by providing developmental opportunities on the job and by fostering an environment that encourages growth and learning.
• As the business continues to grow, develop a finance team structure to meet the accounting needs of the business.
• Provide work direction and coaching to new supervisors and to individual contributors.
• Lead cross functional teams as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager