Accounting Manager

Atlantic Group; New Jersey; Hybride; USD 130 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Atlantic Group is seeking an Accounting Manager in Cumberland County, NJ. You will own the accounting function, lead the monthly close, and partner with senior leadership to drive financial strategy.

This role offers visible leadership, a path to influence business decisions, and the chance to develop a high-performing team while strengthening internal controls and reporting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required or equivalent experience.
• CPA preferred or active CPA license.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and IFRS.
• Experience with manufacturing or distribution accounting is a plus.
• ERP experience, SAP is a plus; advanced Excel skills required.

Responsabilités

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, and management reports.
• Research and apply technical accounting guidance per GAAP/IFRS, ensure internal controls.
• Oversee internal and external audits; strengthen accounting policies and controls.
• Mentor and develop the accounting team; collaborate with finance, operations, and leadership.

Connaissances

Leadership

Financial analysis

GAAP & IFRS

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Outils

SAP

Excel advanced

ERP systems

Description du poste

$130,000–$160,000 + Bonus | Hybrid | Cumberland County, NJ

Lead. Influence. Grow.

Are you a seasoned accounting professional ready to take your career to the next level in a role where your expertise, leadership, and ideas will truly make an impact? Atlantic Group is partnering with a growing, dynamic organization to identify an exceptional Accounting Manager who is ready to take ownership of the accounting function and become a trusted partner to senior leadership.

This is more than a traditional accounting management role. You’ll have the opportunity to lead the close and financial reporting process, strengthen internal controls, improve accounting operations, develop a high-performing team, and provide financial insight that helps drive important business decisions.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $130,000–$160,000 base salary + bonus potential


• Highly visible leadership position with exposure to senior management


• Opportunity to influence financial strategy and business decisions


• Lead, mentor, and develop a talented accounting team


• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies


• Join a stable, growing organization with long-term career potential


• Collaborative culture focused on innovation, accountability, and professional development

What You’ll Be Doing

As the Accounting Manager, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the organization’s financial operations are accurate, efficient, and positioned for continued growth. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.


• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, and management reports.


• Research and apply technical accounting guidance while ensuring compliance with GAAP and IFRS.


• Oversee internal controls and coordinate internal and external audits.


• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.


• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve reporting.


• Partner with finance, operations, and business leaders to provide financial insights and solve complex accounting issues.


• Help strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and overall financial operations.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is not only technically strong, but who also enjoys leading people, solving problems, and improving the way things are done.

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


• CPA preferred


• 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience


• Background in public accounting, corporate accounting, or a combination of both


• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, financial reporting, and internal controls


• Experience with manufacturing or distribution accounting preferred


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills


• ERP experience required; SAP experience is a plus


• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

The Opportunity

This is an ideal role for an accounting professional who is ready to have greater visibility, greater influence, and greater impact. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership, develop your team, improve processes, and work alongside leadership to help shape the financial future of a growing organization.