Accounting Manager

Heritage Tractor; Baldwin City (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Tractor in Baldwin City, KS is seeking an experienced accounting professional to oversee complex general ledger processes, prepare reports, and assist management with financial decisions. This role leads the Accounting Department and coordinates with staff across departments to ensure accurate tax treatment and timely invoicing.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of accounting experience, strong leadership abilities, and proficiency in Excel and Power BI.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of accounting experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Excel and Power BI for complex reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze general ledger information and financial reports.
• Record routine and non-routine transactions with accuracy.
• Oversee account reconciliations and adjustments.
• Help manage monthly invoicing and accounts payable to ensure correct tax treatment.
• Collaborate with departments to resolve accounting questions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Baldwin City, KS 66006

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: College Degree or Equivalent Experience

Purpose

Performs various complex accounting duties according to Dealership policy and accounting theory. Duties may include coordinating, preparing, and analyzing general ledger information and reports that provide summary information for management to use in making Dealership financial decisions. Represents the Accounting Department as the contact for accounting issues. Attracts, retains, and effectively engages department personnel. Provides excellent customer service for employees as well as customers and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Prepares various daily, monthly, quarterly, or annual financial reports or statements
• Records routine or recurring transactions
• Gathers, reviews, and analyzes general ledger information
• Makes necessary corrections and/or adjustments to receive accurate report information
• Examines accounting information contained in reports and exhibits, traces and reconciles unusual variances
• Performs and/or oversees complex account reconciliations
• Helps maintain general ledger accounts
• Assists in overseeing monthly customer invoicing and accounts payable transactions to ensure accurate tax treatment, sales tax reporting and return preparation.
• Works closely with employees throughout the organization in all departments to answer accounting questions and resolve issues.
• Manages recruiting, staffing and employee development activities for employees reporting to this position

QualificationsExperience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:

• 8+ years of comprehensive accounting experience with increasing levels of responsibility
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and communicate effectively within all levels of the organization
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to influence, mentor, and drive results
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Power BI, with the ability to create complex reports, analyze data, and improve processes
• Degree in Accounting/Finance discipline or equivalent experience