Accounting Manager

CM Heating; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

CM Heating is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations at the Everett branch. You will lead the month-end close, supervise accounting staff, and prepare branch-level financial results for corporate reporting.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, and strong knowledge of internal controls. HVAC industry experience is preferred. This is an in-person role based in Everett, WA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience including GL close and financial reporting.
• Experience supervising accounting or transactional teams (AP/AR/general accounting).
• Strong understanding of internal controls over financial reporting.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations at the local branch level, including AP/AR and GL activity.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and annual close processes and schedules.
• Prepare consolidated trial balances and supporting documentation for reporting.
• Design, implement and monitor internal controls; perform control testing and remediation as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Accounting

Financial reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

SAP

ADP Workforce Now

ServiceTitan

Job description

The Accounting Manager oversees day-to-day accounting operations at the local branch level, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information and maintaining a strong internal control environment. This role is responsible for leading the month-end close process, managing accounting staff, and preparing branch-level financial results for reporting to the corporate finance team. The Accounting Manager partners closely with corporate and cross-functional stakeholders to support business objectives, ensure compliance with company policies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Oversee accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of aging reports and financial transactions
• Establish and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and controls
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and schedules
• Review and approve general ledger (GL) activity and reconciliations
• Prepare consolidated trial balances and supporting documentation
• Analyze budget-to-actual variances and provide insights to leadership

Financial Integrity & Controls

• Maintain accurate financial records and journal entry processes
• Ensure the integrity of balance sheet accounts through robust reconciliation practices
• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls; perform control testing and remediation as needed

Asset & Lease Accounting

• Partner with FP&A to manage accounting and reporting for capital assets and leases (including IFRS 16 where applicable)
• Support depreciation forecasting and budgeting for capital and leased assets

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and develop accounting team members
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities
• Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve financial processes and controls
• Support system implementations, acquisitions, and process changes
• Participate in finance transformation and other ad hoc projects

Additional Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger close and financial reporting
• Prior experience supervising accounting or transactional teams (AP, AR, or general accounting)
• Strong understanding of internal controls over financial reporting
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, results-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in HVAC, home services, utilities, or similar industry
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, ADP Workforce Now)
• Experience with ServiceTitan
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, etc.)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid sick leave
• This is an in-person position based in Everett, WA
• May require extended hours during month-end and year-end close cycles