Accounting Manager

Theuniversityunion; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistant

Monthly bonus program

Phone stipend

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

PTO 3 weeks

ESPP

Job summary

Purple Wave is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead a 4-person team in a fast-paced, high-volume auction environment. This hands-on role reports to the Controller and balances team management with accounting operations to ensure accurate financial reporting for a growing company.

Based in the Purple Wave Satellite Office in Manhattan, KS, the role requires strong leadership, collaboration with Sales, Customer Service, Product, and Technology, and travel up to 10% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in supervisory or team leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated expertise in month-end/quarter-end close processes and financial statement preparation.
• Advanced Excel proficiency including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and financial modeling.
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based accounting software (Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of revenue recognition principles (ASC 606) and general ledger management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present financial information to leadership.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively across functions.
• Spanish speaking bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily transaction processing for high-volume auction activities.
• Directly supervise accounts payable and receivable activities, including procurement and seller settlements.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of revenue, fees, and related transactions.
• Support treasury relationships and prepare operational reporting for stakeholders.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare financial statements and variance analyses for Controller and peers.
• Handle complex journal entries and reconciliations.
• Assist with budget planning, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Analyze key metrics and improve cash flow models.
• Interpret new accounting rules with Controller and implement changes.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification preferred

Tools

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)

Job description

• Base Pay $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Accounting/Auditing, Finance, Administrative
• Industry Machinery Manufacturing, Accounting, Financial Services
• Employee Type Full-Time Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Travel 10%
• Manage Others Yes

Contact information

• Name Talent Acquisition/Human Resources
• Phone [phone]

Description

Join our growing $55M online auction services company with 400+ employees. As a subsidiary of a publicly traded company, we facilitate thousands of transactions daily, connecting buyers and sellers across multiple states while managing complex commission structures, payment processing systems and sales tax issues.

Purple Wave is seeking an experiencedAccounting Manager to lead a 4 person team in a fast-paced, high-volume transaction environment. Reporting directly to the Controller, this hands-on leadership role combines team management with direct involvement in accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting while supporting our auction-specific business model. This role works closely with the Controller and partners across Sales, Customer Service, Product, and Technology, so success depends as much on collaborative, solution-oriented communication as it does on technical accounting skill.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Beyond the technical requirements, the person who thrives in this role will:

• Approach challenges with recommendations and potential solutions in mind.
• Stay open to feedback and adjust your approach as needed.
• Take ownership of outcomes across the function and follow through.
• Represent the Accounting Team professionally and independently in all situations, including with peers and senior leadership.
• Come with strong accounting and leadership fundamentals and a willingness to learn our systems and processes.

Responsibilities:

Daily Operations Management:

Oversee daily transaction processing for high-volume auction activities.

Directly supervise accounts payable and receivable activities, including procurement, seller settlements, and buyer collection reconciliations.

Ensure timely and accurate recording of revenue, fees, and related transactions.

Support current and future treasury relationships.

Facilitate the preparation of operational reporting to various stakeholders.

Evaluate general ledger feature updates and releases.

Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes to meet deadlines.

Prepare financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses and present results to Controller and peers.

Personally handle complex journal entries and reconciliations.

Support Controller with budget preparation, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

Perform detailed analysis of key metrics and operational performance.

Maintain and improve cash flow models, analyzing trends and variances for enhanced forecasting accuracy.

In conjunction with the Controller, interpret, analyze and implement new accounting rules.

• Serve as a representative of the Accounting department in cross-functional and leadership meetings, communicating issues clearly and offering solutions where possible.
• Partner with Controller on process and operational challenges, contributing ideas and alternatives along the way.

Process Improvement & Systems:

Identify and implement areas to streamline processes and maximize team efficiency.

Lead implementation of new accounting procedures and system enhancements.

Maintain documentation of accounting policies and procedures.

Support external audit processes and maintain and improve internal controls and regulatory compliance.

Undertake additional assigned duties as requested.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise and develop a team of 4 accounting professionals; domestic, offshore and hybrid schedules, including Senior Staff Accountant, Accountants, interns, and specialized roles.

Conduct performance evaluations, create development plans, provide coaching, and support general employee growth.

Manage work assignments, priorities, and coverage during peak periods and staff absences.

Foster cross-training initiatives to ensure operational continuity in a lean team environment.

Lead by example with hands-on involvement in critical accounting processes.

• Model open, professional communication that encourages healthy feedback across the team.

Qualifications:

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

6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership capacity .

Demonstrated expertise in month-end/quarter-end close processes and financial statement preparation .

Advanced Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and financial modeling .

Hands-on experience with cloud-based accounting software (Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar) .

Strong knowledge of revenue recognition principles (ASC 606) and general ledger management .

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present financial information to leadership .

Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively across functions .

Spanish speaking bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Candidates may be requested to complete position specific skills assessments.

Applicants must be either a U.S. Citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.

Requires the ability to satisfactorily complete a background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in high-volume transaction environments (e-commerce, auctions, marketplaces, or payment processing).

CPA certification or progress toward certification.

Proven track record building efficient accounting processes and optimizing team workflows

Experience managing accounts payable, receivable, and treasury functions .

Knowledge of internal controls and process optimization.

Familiarity with Google Workspace and collaboration tools .

Working Settings:

Full-time Salaried Exempt, not eligible for overtime.

Office hours are 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday, Central Time zone, additional hours may be required depending on priorities

Based in the Purple Wave Satellite Office in Manhattan, KS (2627 KFB Plz #201e, Manhattan, KS 66503).

Potential for 10% travel, should the need arise.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Compensation:

The salary varies based on experience and qualifications, but typically ranges from $90,000 to $110,000 per year.

• Relocation Assistance is available.

Monthly Bonus Program - determined by the Company’s monthly revenue result and are paid on a “percent to plan” payout formula (90% = $300, 100% = $600, 110% = $900, 120% = $1,200).

Monthly phone stipend in accordance with the Company’s cell phone policy, currently $120/month.

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.

401(k) plan with an employer match up to 4% starting the first day of employment.

Company-paid Life Insurance with options for supplemental coverage.

Fully paid Short-Term Disability provided by the Company.

3 Weeks of PTO annually (details shared during onboarding).

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) - Eligible to purchase company stock at a discount after 90 days of employment, with enrollment opportunities each May and November.

Purple Wave Auction Core Values:

• TRUST: We are trustworthy…Our business depends upon our integrity and our customer’s ability to trust Purple Wave and its people: to enforce a fair, transparent unreserved auction marketplace; to safeguard their bidding information; to give a full effort on behalf of their asset(s); We are transparent, accountable and fair.
• TEAM: WE ARE A TEAM…We respect, support, appreciate and inspire each other; We communicate and follow-through; We need each other. We do our best work when we work together.
• CARE: WE CARE…We care for our customers. We look out for their best interests. We work hard for them. We “go the extra mile”.
• PASSION: WE ARE PASSIONATE…We are positive, we are enthusiastic, we take pride in our work, we own our responsibilities and we deliver; When we see problems, we fix them. We learn from our mistakes. We improve ourselves and Purple Wave every day; We believe Purple Wave can be the best marketplace for used equipment and we are committed to make it happen.

Purple Wave is looking for an enthusiastic person to join our growing team to support our customers as we bring our values of Trust, Team, Care and Passion to them.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity is a Purple Wave, Inc. policy. It is our practice to select the best-qualified candidate for each position in the organization. No employee of the Company will discriminate against an applicant for employment or a fellow employee because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, or other physical or mental disability, military or veteran status.

Notice of Background Check

As a condition of your employment, you will be required to sign the Company’s Authorization for Background Check, and to provide the Company with documents establishing your identity and right to work in the United States.