Accounting Manager

Accounting Resources; Missouri; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Accounting Resources is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close, general ledger, fixed assets, banking, cash management, and internal controls. The role emphasizes automation, AI, and process optimization to strengthen financial controls and support growth.

You will partner with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Executive Management to improve cash flow, reduce manual processes, and drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Experience in both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Manufacturing or distribution accounting experience preferred.
• Experience implementing accounting automation tools.
• Power BI or other reporting software experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and maintenance of internal controls.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Assist the CFO with annual budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis.
• Develop dashboards and KPI reporting for management.
• Lead automation initiatives through AI, OCR, workflow automation, and ERP enhancements.
• Evaluate emerging accounting technologies that improve productivity and accuracy.
• Reduce manual data entry through automation.
• Develop electronic workflows and approvals.
• Improve reporting through Power BI or similar BI tools.
• Oversee AP and AR processes.
• Coordinate month-end close activities and journal entries.
• Prepare reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

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

Tools

Aptean Apprise

Sage Fixed Assets

Ramp

Power BI

Job description

The Accounting Manager is responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close, general ledger, fixed assets, banking, cash management, financial reporting, and internal controls. This position oversees the integrity of the Company's financial records while driving continuous improvement through automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and process optimization. The Accounting Manager partners closely with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Executive Management to improve cash flow, reduce manual processes, strengthen financial controls, and support the Company's continued growth.

Responsibilities

General Accounting & Compliance

• Support implementation and maintenance of internal controls.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Assist the CFO with annual budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis.
• Develop dashboards and KPI reporting for management.

Process Improvement & Automation

• Lead initiatives to automate accounting processes through AI, OCR, workflow automation, and ERP enhancements.
• Evaluate emerging accounting technologies that improve productivity and accuracy.
• Reduce manual data entry through automation.
• Develop electronic workflows and approvals.
• Improve reporting through Power BI or similar business intelligence tools.

Accounts Payable

• Oversee the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment processing.

Accounts Receivable, Credit & Cash Collections

• Responsible for the overall accounts receivable function.
• Supervise daily cash application and customer payment posting.
• Partner with Sales to resolve customer disputes, deductions, and chargebacks.
• Review customer credit limits and recommend changes based on payment history and financial risk.

Month-End Close

• Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Assist in coordinating and executing monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned close tasks and reporting deadlines.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances.

Account Reconciliations

• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, unreconciled items, and unusual transactions..

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Experience in both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Manufacturing or distribution accounting experience preferred.
• Experience implementing accounting automation tools.
• Power BI or other reporting software experience preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Aptean Apprise, Sage Fixed Assets, Ramp, etc.).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities independently.