Accounting Manager

BOB DOYLE & ASSOCIATES, INC.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

BOB DOYLE & ASSOCIATES, INC. in Nashville, TN is seeking an Accounting Manager who will own the close process, improve accounting controls, and work directly with the CFO to support sound financial decisions.

This hands-on role requires performing accounting activities when needed, directing the third-party bookkeeper, and guiding the accounting support functions as the company grows in the entertainment sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Five+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, accrual accounting, month-end close, and financial statement prep.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and transactional accounting.
• Ability to lead accounting support and direct the third-party bookkeeper.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly close process and prepare accurate financial statements.
• Maintain the general ledger and perform account reconciliations.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Process payroll and support cash management.
• Oversee AP/AR and other transactional accounting activities.
• Develop and direct the accounting support function, including oversight of the bookkeeper.
• Support budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis.
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and ensure proper closure.
• Improve accounting processes and strengthen internal controls.
• Document and maintain accounting procedures and workflows.
• Support onboarding and select admin activities as support staff are added.
• Serve as a dependable financial resource for the organization.

Skills

GAAP

Month-end close

General ledger

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

Transactional accounting

Payroll processing

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Build More Than Financial Statements—Help Build the Business Behind the Music

Accounting Manager | Nashville, TN | Full-Time | On-Site | Salary Range $105k-$115k annually

Not every accounting position is about maintaining the status quo.

Ours isn't.

We're looking for an Accounting Manager who enjoys improving processes, solving problems, and making things work better. If you thrive on taking ownership, creating efficiencies, and becoming a trusted financial resource—not just closing the books each month—you'll fit right in.

You’ll work directly with our CFO to help maintain a strong and reliable financial foundation for a growing entertainment company. From managing the accounting cycle and refining processes to producing accurate financial information and supporting sound business decisions, your work will have a meaningful impact on the organization.

This is a hands-on role. You’ll be expected to understand the details, step in and perform accounting activities when needed, and take ownership of responsibilities through completion. You’ll also be responsible for developing and directing the accounting support function, initially providing direction and oversight to our third-party bookkeeper.

As additional accounting and administrative support is added, routine transactional and administrative activities will transition to support staff, allowing you to devote more time to close, reporting, account analysis, controls, process improvement, and oversight of the accounting function.

While the work is meaningful and challenging, the environment is anything but ordinary. As part of our team, you’ll have opportunities to experience Nashville’s entertainment industry firsthand through artist events, concerts, and other unique experiences.

If you’re looking for a position where your ideas matter, your contributions are recognized, and you have the autonomy to take ownership of your work, we’d love to start a conversation.

What You’ll Be Doing

No two days are exactly alike, but your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the monthly close process and preparing accurate financial statements
• Maintaining the general ledger and performing account reconciliations
• Preparing and reviewing journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries
• Processing payroll and supporting cash management
• Overseeing and, when necessary, performing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other transactional accounting activities
• Developing and directing the accounting support function, including providing direction and oversight to the company’s third-party bookkeeper
• Supporting budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis
• Identifying and researching accounting discrepancies and ensuring appropriate resolution
• Improving accounting processes and strengthening internal controls
• Documenting and maintaining accounting procedures and workflows
• Supporting employee onboarding and selected administrative activities while additional support staff are being added
• Serving as a knowledgeable and dependable financial resource for the organization

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Has a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least five years of progressive accounting experience
• Has a strong understanding of GAAP, accrual accounting, the month-end close process, and financial statement preparation
• Has hands‑on experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and transactional accounting
• Is comfortable both performing accounting work and directing the work of accounting support resources
• Is highly self‑directed and able to recognize what needs attention within their area of responsibility, establish priorities, and move work forward without waiting for detailed direction
• Takes ownership, demonstrates initiative, investigates issues, and follows responsibilities through to completion
• Thinks beyond debits and credits and enjoys solving problems and improving how work gets done
• Is organized, dependable, detail‑oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Communicates effectively with people at every level of the organization
• Exercises exceptional judgment, discretion, integrity, and professionalism when handling confidential financial information and client relationships
• Enjoys working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where ideas and process improvements are welcomed

Preferred Experience

Experience with the following is strongly preferred:

• QuickBooks Online
• Payroll processing and payroll accounting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Music, entertainment, artist management, touring, or another project- or client-based business

Music or entertainment industry experience is preferred but not required. Strong accounting fundamentals, initiative, judgment, and the ability to work independently are more important.

Responsibility and Trust

This position carries significant fiduciary responsibility and requires the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and discretion. You’ll have access to confidential financial information, company operations, and relationships with artists and other high‑profile clients.

Final candidates should expect a comprehensive background check, employment verification, professional reference checks, and execution of confidentiality agreements as part of our hiring process.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to do more than manage the numbers—to take ownership of your work, improve accounting processes, direct an accounting support function, and be part of Nashville’s vibrant entertainment industry—we’d love to hear from you.