Accounting Manager

AEON Staffing Group; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AEON Staffing Group seeks an Accounting Manager in the Charlottesville area to oversee core accounting operations for a regional renewable energy company. This full-time role reports to senior finance leadership and requires managing AP/AR, GL reconciliations, and cash forecasting.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in accounting/finance, 3+ years of relevant experience, and CPA/CMA certification is preferred. Strong Excel skills and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years accounting experience including AP, AR, GL reconciliations, cash reporting, and cash flow forecasting.
• Experience managing finance and accounting personnel.
• Knowledge of cost accounting, job costing, and percent-complete revenue methods.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• CPA or CMA certification is highly preferred.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions.
• Lead the month-end close process, reconciliations, and internal financial statements.
• Support field teams through project accounting, including job costing, WIP analysis, and percent-complete revenue.
• Oversee daily cash reporting, bank reconciliations, and monthly cash flow forecasts.
• Maintain corporate licenses and prepare, report, and file monthly sales and consumer use taxes.
• Supervise and train accounting staff and partner with internal teams on process improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excellent communication

Excel proficiency

CPA/CMA preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Compensation: $80,000 to $90,000 per year

Job Overview

Our client, an established, regional renewable energy company, is looking to bring on an Accounting Manager to oversee the company's core accounting operations. This is a full-time role with our client.

Job Responsibilities

• Core Accounting Operations: Oversee Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions.
• Financial Reporting: Lead the month-end close process, execute general ledger reconciliations, and prepare internal financial statements.
• Project Accounting: Support field teams through detailed project accounting, including job costing, Work-In-Progress (WIP) analysis, and percent-complete revenue recognition.
• Cash & Expense Management: Oversee daily cash reporting, reconcile bank accounts, provide monthly cash flow forecasts, and manage the company's bank card and fuel card programs.
• Compliance & Tax: Maintain corporate business licenses across all locations and accurately prepare, report, and file monthly sales and consumer use taxes.
• Team & Cross-Functional Leadership: Supervise and train accounting staff, and partner with the internal teams to understand workflows and implement process improvements.

Successful Candidates Must Have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience, including AP, AR, general ledger reconciliations, cash reporting, cash flow forecasting, and licensure
• Experience managing finance and accounting personnel
• Knowledge of cost accounting, job costing principles, and percent-complete revenue methodologies
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• A CPA license or CMA certification is highly preferred.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel

About Us

With nearly two decades of staffing, recruitment, and talent strategy experience, AEON Staffing Group is a workforce solutions provider and talent consulting company with a singular focus: positively impacting lives by placing the best talent into jobs that truly make a difference. Whether you're a job seeker looking for your next big opportunity, an employer looking for the talent that will help take your project or business to the next level, or a business owner looking to improve your ability to hire and retain the best that the market has to offer, AEON is here to help.

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