Accounting Manager

Sutherland Presses; California; Presencial; USD 110.000 - 165.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Sutherland Presses in California seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support leadership with actionable insights. This hands-on role manages a clerical staff and collaborates across departments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will lead month-end close, ensure GAAP compliance, maintain internal controls, and partner with FP&A on budgeting and variance analysis.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks Enterprise, ERP systems) and Excel.
• Spanish and/or Chinese language abilities a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily accounting activities including AP, AR, GL, payroll entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely, accurate financial statements.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure consistent application of accounting policies.
• Support external tax preparation by supplying documentation and coordinating tax preparer requests.
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accounting policies, SOPs, and documentation for audit readiness.
• Identify process gaps and lead improvements to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and control.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff; set clear expectations and performance goals.
• Coordinate with operations, procurement, HR, and finance teams to ensure accurate financial data flow.
• Partner with FP&A or leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Provide training and guidance to non-accounting teams on financial processes and controls.
• Oversee accounting system integrity (e.g., QuickBooks Enterprise, ERP modules).
• Lead process automation and workflow optimization initiatives.
• Evaluate and implement system enhancements to improve reporting and operational efficiency.
• Ensure data accuracy across integrated systems (inventory, payroll, AP automation, etc.).
• Maintain records.
• File federal and state reporting requirements.
• Oversee annual 401k reporting.
• Support other departments as needed.

Conocimientos

Supervisory experience

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Cross-functional communication

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or CMA preferred

Herramientas

QuickBooks Enterprise

ERP systems

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

The Accounting Manager oversees the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and timely month-end close. This is a hands on role which manages a clerk, coordinates cross-department workflows, and supports leadership with financial insights that drives operational and strategic decisions. On-site presence is required.

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Oversee daily accounting activities including AP, AR, GL, payroll entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely, accurate financial statements.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure consistent application of accounting policies.
• Support external tax preparation by supplying documentation and coordinating tax preparer requests.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and monitor internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accounting policies, SOPs, and documentation for audit readiness.
• Identify process gaps and lead improvements to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and control.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff; set clear expectations and performance goals.
• Coordinate with operations, procurement, HR, and finance teams to ensure accurate financial data flow.
• Partner with FP&A or leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Provide training and guidance to non-accounting teams on financial processes and controls.

Systems, Tools & Process Improvement

• Oversee accounting system integrity (e.g., QuickBooks Enterprise, ERP modules).
• Lead process automation and workflow optimization initiatives.
• Evaluate and implement system enhancements to improve reporting and operational efficiency.
• Ensure data accuracy across integrated systems (inventory, payroll, AP automation, etc.).

Human Resources

• Maintain records.
• File federal and state reporting requirement.
• Oversee annual 401k reporting.
• Support other departments as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish and/or Chinese would be a plus.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks Enterprise, ERP systems) and Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies

• Accuracy & Attention to Detail - ensures financial integrity and audit readiness.
• Process Orientation - designs efficient, scalable workflows.
• Problem-Solving - identifies root causes and implements durable solutions.
• Cross-Functional Communication - translates accounting impacts for non-finance stakeholders.
• Adaptable and Flexible - need to wear many hats and support organization.

Company Description

Ventura based entrepreneurial company which supplies and services large manufacturing equipment to a variety of industries in North America. A 75 year old family owned company looking for an individual who wants to make an impact and be a key member of the management team.