Accounting Manager

Talentify; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify, a growing Dallas-based retail/consumer products company, seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee AP and AR operations and lead the accounting staff. You will support month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls while ensuring GAAP compliance and effective processes.

The role requires 3+ years of accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to mentor a team. This on-site position offers growth opportunities within a dynamic organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience including hands-on AP/AR.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills; ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP/accounting systems.
• On-site work at Dallas office.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day management oversight of AP and AR functions.
• Supervise accounting staff responsible for AP/AR activities.
• Review significant AP/AR transactions, reconciliations and issues.
• Monitor AR aging, collections and credit-related matters.
• Oversee vendor invoice processing and AP controls.
• Support month-end close and financial reporting.
• Assist with audits and financial analysis.
• Develop and coach the accounting team.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organization & prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP system experience

Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC

Job description

Job Title Accounting Manager Staff Member
Report to Senior Accounting Manager Department Accounting
Location Dallas Office FLSA Status Exempt
POSITION DESCRIPTION- ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Position Summary:
A growing retail/consumer products company in Dallas is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to
oversee key accounting operations, with management responsibility across both Accounts Payable (AP) and
Accounts Receivable (AR).
The Accounting Manager will oversee and support accounting staff responsible for day-to-day AP and AR
activities, provide review and guidance, support month-end close and financial reporting, and maintain
sufficient hands-on knowledge to provide backup coverage when needed.
The ideal candidate is a well-rounded accounting professional who can work across both AP and AR,
exercise sound judgment, identify and resolve issues proactively, and support the development and
performance of the accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Management

• Provide day-to-day management oversight of both AP and AR functions.
• Supervise, support, and provide guidance to employees responsible for AP and AR activities.
• Review significant AP and AR transactions, exceptions, reconciliations, and outstanding issues.
• Monitor AR aging, collections, significant past-due accounts, customer payment issues, and creditrelated matters.
• Oversee vendor invoice processing, payment activities, vendor-related issues, and AP controls.
• Maintain sufficient working knowledge of both AP and AR processes to provide effective review
  and reasonable hands-on backup coverage when necessary.
• Ensure significant accounting issues are investigated, resolved, or appropriately escalated on a timely
  basis.

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

• Support timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare and/or review assigned balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies before completion of the close.
• Ensure transactions are recorded accurately and consistently in accordance with U.S. GAAP and
  company accounting policies.
• Assist with financial reporting, audit requests, and other accounting analysis as required.

Cash Management & Internal Controls

• Support daily cash management and monitoring of cash requirements.
• Review significant cash receipts and disbursements as appropriate.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls over AP, AR, cash, and related accounting processes.
• Identify control weaknesses, recurring errors, or inefficient processes and recommend practical
  corrective actions.

Management, Judgment & Problem Solving

• Take ownership of accounting issues within assigned areas and drive matters through resolution.
• Investigate relevant facts and root causes before escalating issues whenever reasonably possible.
• Present clear analysis, available alternatives, and practical recommendations when management input
  or approval is required.
• Follow through on agreed action items and confirm completion.
• Identify recurring issues and implement or recommend appropriate preventive measures.
• Effectively prioritize competing responsibilities and accounting deadlines.

People Management & Development

• Clearly communicate responsibilities, priorities, deadlines, and performance expectations.
• Monitor staff workload, work quality, and progress.
• Delegate responsibilities appropriately based on employees' roles, abilities, and workload.
• Provide timely coaching, feedback, and technical guidance.
• Support team members in developing greater ownership of their assigned responsibilities.
• Promote accountability, collaboration, and consistent adherence to accounting policies and
  procedures.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Sales, Logistics, Operations, Finance, and other departments to resolve
  accounting and customer/vendor-related issues.
• Communicate accounting matters clearly to both accounting and non-accounting personnel.
• Coordinate with external auditors, consultants, financial institutions, and other third parties as
  required.

• Support preparation or review of materials provided to the parent company in Japan, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including hands-on experience with accounting
  operations.
• Practical knowledge of both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to investigate accounting issues, identify relevant facts, and provide practical
  recommendations.

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience using an ERP or accounting system.
• Ability to work on-site at the Dallas office.

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus

• Prior supervisory, team-lead, or people-management experience.
• CPA or CPA candidate is a plus, but not required. Relevant hands-on accounting experience and
  demonstrated judgment will be strongly considered.
• Japanese language proficiency is a plus, particularly for communication with the parent company and
  preparation or review of materials submitted to Japan.
• Experience in retail, consumer products, wholesale/distribution, or a similar high-volume
  transaction environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a comparable ERP system.
• Experience improving or implementing AP/AR processes, workflow automation, or internal
  controls.
• Experience supporting external audits and financial reporting requirements.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Maintain effective management coverage over both AP and AR rather than functioning primarily as
  an AP-only or AR-only specialist.
• Be able to review and provide reasonable backup support for either function when business needs
  require it.
• Ensure AP and AR staff understand their responsibilities and receive appropriate management
  direction and support.
• Identify accounting problems early and take ownership of resolving them.
• Bring well-developed facts, analysis, and recommendations when senior management involvement is
  required.
• Maintain reliable accounting operations while continuously improving controls, efficiency, and staff
  capability.