Accounting Manager
Job Description
APS has partnered with a reputable family-owned farming and packing company in search of a results-oriented Accounting Manager. Prior leadership and cost accounting experience are a must!
Pay Rate: $80,000 - $110,000 DOE
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Profit Sharing
Location: Courtland, CA
Requirements of the Accounting Manager:?
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certification is preferred.
- Proven experience (typically 3-5 years) in accounting, including previous managerial or supervisory roles.
- Strong knowledge and experience in cost accounting.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.
- Experience with financial analysis tools is a plus.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
- Responsibilities of the Accounting Manager:?
- Financial Management:
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and payroll.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records and transactions.
- Monitor cash flow, manage banking activities, and reconcile bank statements.
- Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance reports.
- Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Team Leadership:
- Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to the accounting & administrative team.
- Set performance objectives, monitor progress, and conduct performance evaluations.
- Assign and delegate tasks, ensuring efficiency and productivity within the department.
- Stay updated on industry best practices and changes in accounting regulations.
Audit and Compliance:
- Coordinate and support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with audit requirements.
- Prepare and submit accurate and timely financial reports to regulatory bodies, tax authorities, and other stakeholders.
- Monitor changes in accounting standards and regulations and implement necessary adjustments to accounting processes and procedures.
Other Responsibilities:
- Maintain and enter data into the general ledgers daily.
- Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Conduct regular audits to identify areas of improvement and address any discrepancies.
- Prepare consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information.
- Assist management with important financial decisions.
- Oversee accounting processes including financial statements reporting, fixed assets, and other accounting activities.
- Establish and monitor internal controls and processes.
- Responsible for inventory controls and accuracy.
Meet Your Recruiter
Jamie Goldman
Executive Recruiter
Jamie comes to APS with over 15 years of Executive Recruitment and Client Management Experience working on searches to build great teams in a variety of different industries throughout her career. Prior to joining APS, Jamie owned her own Executive Search firm where she specialized in nationwide searches for Accounting, Finance, Operations, Sales, and Marketing roles. She holds an MBA in General Business and a BSBA in Marketing from the University of Central Florida. Although Jamie was born and raised in Florida, she currently resides in Las Vegas, Nevada with her two young children and Golden Retriever. Jamie is passionate about recruiting and doing what she feels is best for both her candidates and clients.