Regional Accounting Manager
About The Position
The Regional Accounting Manager (RAM) serves as the GAAP accounting and process leader for a region within AIR Control Concepts, a multi-billion-dollar national enterprise of commercial HVAC solution providers. Each region includes approximately 6–15 operating entities. Reporting to the Regional Financial Controller, the RAM leads the GAAP accounting team and is responsible for the integrity of the general ledger, compliance with corporate policies, and accurate, timely financial reporting. The role oversees month-end close activities, balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, intercompany eliminations, and compliance and operational accounting functions. The RAM is the region’s most technically proficient accounting resource, supporting the Regional Financial Controller, Regional Finance Director, and Corporate Accounting. The position also leads, develops, and mentors a team of 3–7 professionals; improves and standardizes processes; and partners with finance, operations, and corporate teams to ensure accounting information supports reporting, analysis, and business performance.
Requirements
- 6–8 years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in management or supervisory roles.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control best practices.
- Proven success managing accounting functions for multi-entity or decentralized organizations.
- Hands-on experience with month-end close, consolidations, intercompany eliminations, and financial statement preparation.
- Experience with ERP and reporting systems such as Oracle, NetSuite, Power BI, or similar.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across finance, operations, and corporate functions.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop accounting teams in high-growth, fast-paced environments.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment-based visa sponsorship is not provided.
Nice To Haves
- CPA
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day accounting activities across regional entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP and AIR policies.
- Manage general ledger activities, including journal entry approval, account reconciliations, and posting accuracy.
- Review and approve significant and non-routine journal entries.
- Ensure intercompany transactions and eliminations are accurately recorded and reconciled.
- Prepare or review consolidated regional financial statements and provide flux and variance analysis.
- Review month-end accruals, roll-forwards, and account reconciliations for completeness.
- Maintain and enforce a consistent regional close calendar and checklist in coordination with the Regional Financial Controller.
- Serve as the regional subject matter expert on GAAP accounting matters, including revenue recognition, accruals, payroll accounting, and benefits.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and AIR accounting policies.
- Partner with Corporate Accounting on complex or non-recurring transactions.
- Manage sales and use tax filings and exemption certificate reviews, ensuring compliance with local and state requirements.
- Maintain accounting policy documentation and train staff as standards evolve.
- Support external and internal audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and requested documentation.
- Lead, develop, and mentor a GAAP accounting team of 3–7 professionals.
- Assign and review work, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to close deadlines.
- Coach and develop the team’s accounting depth, problem-solving, and system proficiency.
- Foster a collaborative and accountable team culture aligned with AIR’s values of precision, partnership, and performance.
- Coordinate team workload around monthly close, audits, and special projects.
- Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and standardize accounting processes across entities.
- Collaborate with the Regional Financial Controller and Corporate Systems team to optimize Oracle ERP workflows, templates, and reporting tools.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for accounting functions.
- Participate in finance transformation initiatives to strengthen regional controls and close efficiency.
- Partner with FP&A and Operations to ensure accounting data supports financial analysis, management reporting, and EBITDA performance.
- Review and approve commission calculations and payments for sales personnel.
- Approve new vendor setups, vendor applications, and payment runs in accordance with policy.
- Oversee bonus, benefits, and payroll accruals for completeness and accuracy.
- Support collections as needed by helping resolve billing or customer payment issues.
- Lead the regional accounting team through a 5–7 day close process, meeting deadlines and quality standards.
- Review staff-prepared reconciliations and journal entries; resolve or escalate issues promptly.
- Review and deliver analytical flux and balance sheet analyses for the region.
- Support the Regional Financial Controller and Regional Finance Leader in preparing regional reporting packages and management EBITDA schedules.
- Ensure accurate bank reconciliations, cash reporting, and payment approvals throughout the month.
- Perform reasonable, job-related additional duties as needed to support business operations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Employee assistance program.
- Ongoing training opportunities and support for continuing education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
