Accounting Manager

AWP Safety; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 105,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans (3 options)

Dental plans (2 options)

Company-paid life insurance

Long-term disability (LTD)

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Job summary

AWP Safety, based in Northeast Ohio, seeks an Accounting Manager to plan and direct the accounting department’s activities. The role focuses on timely close, GAAP compliance, and coordination with FP&A.

Responsibilities include journal entries, tax filings, ERP involvement, and supporting annual audits. A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required, with 5+ years’ experience and two+ years managing others; CPA preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Five years or more of related experience; two+ years managing others.
• Knowledge of GAAP and auditing practices.
• CPA designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes with accuracy.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with FP&A for monthly financial result reviews.
• Oversee ERP system implementation and post monthly journal entries.
• Prepare and file monthly sales/use tax returns and annual personal property tax returns.
• Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Auditing practices

Analytical thinking

Verbal/written communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA designation preferred

Tools

Great Plains

Microsoft D365

QuickBooks

TCR

Visual Lease

Job description

Company Description Based in Northeast Ohio, AWP Safety is a rapidly growing national safety services provider committed to protecting our customers’ people, business, and time. AWP is America’s Traffic Control Leader, representing nearly every major public utility: electric, gas and telecommunications. AWP Safety has been the leading provider and innovator of traffic control solutions since our inception in 1993. Our main goal is to improve processes by establishing best practices for productivity and cost effectiveness. Driving added value to our customers through the talented execution of our employees and the pursuit of providing extraordinary service for our customers is what has built our company and its national reputation for integrity.

Job Description

The Accounting Manager will plan and direct the accounting activities of the department.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely and accurate completion of month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end financial close process and financial reporting processes.
• Ensure adherence to the company’s accounting policies, and that the policies and financial statements are compliant with GAAP and any other regulatory requirements.
• Partner with FP&A for the monthly review of financial results.
• Active involvement in ERP system implementation.
• Prepare/review account reconciliations monthly.
• Preparation and posting of monthly journal entries to support financial statements including but not limited to inventory, fixed assets, payroll and intercompany.
• Prepare and file monthly sales and use tax returns.
• Prepare and file annual personal property tax returns.
• Coordinates with outside auditors and provides needed information for the annual external audit.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Five years or more of related experience required; two or more years of experience managing others.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), auditing practices, and applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and work ethics.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Experience with Great Plains or Microsoft D365, Quickbooks, TCR and Visual Lease preferred, but not required.

Additional Information

• Comprehensive benefits package including three medical plan options and two dental plan options, along with additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage.
• Eligibility for benefits starts on the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Company‑paid life insurance coverage.
• Company‑paid long‑term disability (LTD) insurance.
• Availability of Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Salary range is $105-122k with annual bonus.

Area Wide Protective (AWP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.