Accounting Manager

Talentify; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify in Honolulu, Hawaii is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure accurate account coding, and manage journal entries, A/P, expense/reimbursement, and A/R workflows. The role reports to the Controller and is Exempt under FLSA.

The position requires a bachelor's in accounting, at least 5 years in accounting with 3–4 years supervisory experience, strong Excel/Word skills, experience with external audits, and a Hawaii driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
• Minimum 5 years in accounting with 3–4 years in supervision.
• Proficient in Excel and Word; external audits experience.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee journal entries, accounts payable, and revenue workflows.
• Close monthly and assign units by deadlines.
• Train and supervise staff; cover absences.
• Assist with government or non-government grant accounting as needed.

Skills

Excel

Word

External audits

Communication

Driver's license

Travel off-island

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Department: Finance
Position Title: Accounting Manager
Supervisor: Controller
FSLA Status: Exempt
Date: January 2025

Annual Salary range: $75,000 to $95,000

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Answering questions promptly and accurately, solving day to day issues, assist with coding and other accounting matters, etc.
• Ensuring accurate and consistent account coding
• Review and approve Journal Entries, A/P, Expense/Reimbursement, and A/R Workflows
• Closing assigned units by standard deadline
• Training new & existing staff and evaluating their performance
• Covering staff absences appropriately
• Reviewing month end closing packets for completeness and accuracy
• Supporting and performing the financial function related to any government or non-government grants as necessary

Assist Officers and Financial Planning and Budgeting Analyst, including but limited to:

• Analysis of financial reports and financial issues
• Budget preparation and analysis

Prepare annual audit schedules and reports as assigned by Controller
Implement financial policies and procedures as determined by Territorial and Divisional Headquarters for all areas of accounting and financial reporting
Maintain appropriate internal audit control safeguards over accounting functions
Assist the Controller in daily oversight, accounting guidance and other tasks as needed complete month-end and year-end functions and filings of the Finance Department
Interact with other TSA departments and staff as needed.

SKILLS/TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Minimum of 5 years of prior experience in accounting and reconciliations and 3-4 years of supervisory experience
• Proficient in Excel and Word and computerized accounting software
• Direct experience with external audits
• Excellent communication skills
• Valid Hawaii driver’s license
• Travel off-island as necessary

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