Accounting Manager

MERITON; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Meriton is seeking an Accounting Manager to support Environmental Comfort in Columbus, OH. You will oversee monthly close, prepare journal entries, and ensure GAAP compliance while collaborating with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, with strong Excel and GAAP knowledge, plus the ability to manage multiple locations. CPA is a bonus, but not required, and growth within Meriton is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA license is a bonus, but is not required.
• Strong understanding and experience with US GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Strong PC skills in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn accounting system applications.
• A desire and ability to support multiple locations.
• High level of initiative with ability to prioritize, multi‑task, and deal with ambiguity and manage projects.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing process.
• Prepare journal entries and account/balance sheet reconciliations and complete variance analysis.
• Maintain and utilize financial analysis tools to prepare financial reporting packages.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and other internal policies and best practices.
• Perform and supervise reviews of projects to ensure that estimates are maintained accurately and that all job‑related transactions are recorded in the appropriate periods.
• Direct and support the accounting team’s daily operations, accounts receivable/accounts payable activity.
• Support the accounting team with monitoring customer collections and vendor payments while maintaining relationships with suppliers and customers.
• Collaborate with other departments (Sales, Operations, HR, etc.) to ensure alignment of business operations and financial goals.
• Proactively identify and address discrepancies, errors, or irregularities in financial data. Work quickly and efficiently to resolve issues, ensuring that accounting records remain precise and reliable.
• Assist in and support process improvement projects.
• Prepare audit schedules and provide supporting documentation for external auditors.
• Other duties and special projects as defined.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA license (bonus)

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Meriton is a national team of experts driving HVAC innovation through a network of high-performing companies. From strategy and support to systems and solutions, we work behind the scenes to strengthen operations and build value—for our partners and our people.

If you’re looking to make an impact, we’re glad you’re here. At Meriton, you’ll join a team that believes in big ideas, doing great work, and building careers that matter—every step of the way.

Accounting Manager

Reports to: Business Unit Controller

Location

Columbus, OH

FLSA Status

Exempt

The Opportunity

We are seeking a strong Accounting Manager to support one of Meriton’s operating companies, Environmental Comfort (EC). The right candidate must be detail oriented, a self‑starter, and have excellent organizational skills. The Accounting Manager must demonstrate strong Excel and other Microsoft application skills and be able to work well with others in a fast‑paced, growth environment. Candidates with accounting experience in a construction, engineering, or HVAC environment are desired, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support the accounting team in overseeing the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing process.
• Prepare journal entries and account/balance sheet reconciliations and complete variance analysis.
• Maintain and utilize financial analysis tools to prepare financial reporting packages.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and other internal policies and best practices.
• Perform and supervise reviews of projects to ensure that estimates are maintained accurately and that all job‑related transactions are recorded in the appropriate periods.
• Direct and support the accounting team’s daily operations, accounts receivable/accounts payable activity.
• Support the accounting team with monitoring customer collections and vendor payments while maintaining relationships with suppliers and customers.
• Collaborate with other departments (Sales, Operations, HR, etc.) to ensure alignment of business operations and financial goals.
• Proactively identify and address discrepancies, errors, or irregularities in financial data. Work quickly and efficiently to resolve issues, ensuring that accounting records remain precise and reliable.
• Assist in and support process improvement projects.
• Prepare audit schedules and provide supporting documentation for external auditors.
• Other duties and special projects as defined.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required
• CPA license is a bonus, but is not required
• Strong understanding and experience with US GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
• Strong PC skills in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn accounting system applications
• A desire and ability to support multiple locations
• High level of initiative with ability to prioritize, multi‑task, and deal with ambiguity and manage projects
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Other Skills & Abilities

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
Reasoning Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Mental stamina for problem solving and prioritizing multiple tasks.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to operate computer keyboard and telephone, reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

NOTE:This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Meriton is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.