Accounting Manager

Risus Talent Partners; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Risus Talent Partners is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting activities and partner with the Regional Controller. The role provides direct oversight of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable while supporting cash activity, cost accounting, inventory, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end reporting.

Ideal candidates will have manufacturing or distribution experience, 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Manufacturing, distribution, or similar operational environment preferred.
• Cost accounting and inventory experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience with AP and AR.
• Strong understanding of general accounting, payments, budgeting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions with focus on AP/AR.
• Provide direct oversight and support to AP/AR team members.
• Partner with corporate finance and banking relationships to ensure cash activity is recorded accurately.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations; manage GL activity.
• Assist with cost accounting and inventory management.
• Reconcile sales tax activity and coordinate with third-party tax advisors.
• Support month-end and year-end close and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate accounting records.

Skills

Accounts payable (AP)

Accounts receivable (AR)

Cost accounting

Inventory management

Excel

ERP software

Financial reporting

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Cross-department collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP software

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting activities and serve as a key partner to the Regional Controller. This role will provide direct oversight of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable while supporting general accounting, cash activity, cost accounting, inventory, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys being close to the day-to-day details of the business and working across multiple departments. The ideal candidate will bring experience within manufacturing, distribution, or a similar operational environment and be comfortable working with a lean accounting team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage day-to-day accounting functions with a focus on Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Provide direct oversight and support to AP and AR team members
• Partner with corporate finance and banking relationships to ensure cash activity is recorded accurately
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and other general ledger activity
• Assist with cost accounting and inventory management
• Reconcile sales tax activity and coordinate with third-party tax advisors
• Support month-end and year-end close and financial reporting
• Partner with other departments to obtain information and ensure accounting records are accurate and complete
• Assist the Regional Controller with reporting requests from corporate finance and external parties
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and operational issues
• Maintain accurate and timely accounting records
• Develop accounting staff and promote a culture of continuous improvement
• Provide hands-on accounting support wherever needed within the department

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience within manufacturing, distribution, or a similar operational environment strongly preferred
• Cost accounting and inventory experience preferred
• Hands-on experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Strong understanding of general accounting, payments, budgeting, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience working with accounting and ERP software
• Strong communication, research, and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across departments
• Previous experience overseeing or developing accounting staff preferred