Accounting Manager

Leap Brands; Nebraska; On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic restaurant group in Nebraska seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations, ensure financial integrity, and streamline processes across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with at least 5 years of relevant experience. This full-time position requires excellent analytical skills and familiarity with financial systems like NetSuite or QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial operations.
• Proven ability to manage change and lead improvement projects.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily financial operations including accounting, reporting, and compliance.
• Lead systems integration, data consolidation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Hands-on experience

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

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

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks

Job description

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Overview

The Accounting Manager will play a key role in leading day-to-day financial operations and supporting the company’s overall growth strategy. This position partners closely with both corporate and field leadership to ensure financial integrity, system accuracy, and process efficiency. The ideal candidate is analytical, hands‑on, and experienced in multi‑site operational finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily financial operations including accounting, reporting, and compliance.
• Lead systems integration, data consolidation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Manage vault and cash‑handling controls, ensuring accurate and secure processes.
• Partner with operations and accounting to develop and monitor redemption and collection schedules.
• Administer and maintain operating systems across multiple locations, ensuring data accuracy and proper use.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with actionable insights.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across business units.
• Coordinate with external partners and internal teams to maintain audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify cost savings and improve operational performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial operations.
• Proven ability to manage change and lead systems or process improvement projects.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, reconciliations, and month‑end close processes.
• Hands‑on experience with financial systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or comparable ERPs.
• Excellent organizational skills, communication, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and meet multiple deadlines.

Additional Information

• Full‑time, exempt position.
• Reports directly to the Controller.
• No direct reports currently, but may expand as operations grow.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Finance and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Restaurants, Retail, and Hospitality