Accounting Manager

Colossus Search Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Colossus Search Group, a Forbes-recognized organization in the Phoenix area, seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting. You will oversee the monthly close, prepare financial statements, and support internal controls and analysis.

The role is hands-on, demanding strong technical accounting, data analysis, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment, with collaboration across finance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and financial modeling skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review financial reporting packages and supporting schedules.
• Conduct monthly financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas requiring correction.
• Perform and review account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Maintain general ledger integrity, including allocations and coding.
• Manage revenue recognition processes and commission reporting.
• Support budget development and financial planning activities.
• Analyze financial variances compared to budget and provide actionable insights.
• Manage multiple QuickBooks company files and ensure proper system utilization.
• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.
• Assist with audit preparation and external reporting requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting processes, and procedures.
• Produce various financial and operational reporting deliverables.
• Support cross-functional stakeholders with financial data and analysis.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

QuickBooks

Data analysis

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Time management

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

An established and Forbes-recognized organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. This role will oversee the preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements, manage the monthly close process, and support financial analysis, reporting, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on Accountant with strong technical accounting skills, advanced data analysis capabilities, and experience managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Prepare and review financial reporting packages and supporting schedules
• Conduct monthly financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas requiring correction
• Perform and review account reconciliations and journal entries
• Maintain general ledger integrity, including allocations and coding
• Manage revenue recognition processes and commission reporting
• Support budget development and financial planning activities
• Analyze financial variances compared to budget and provide actionable insights
• Manage multiple QuickBooks company files and ensure proper system utilization
• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes
• Assist with audit preparation and external reporting requirements
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting processes, and procedures
• Produce various financial and operational reporting deliverables
• Support cross-functional stakeholders with financial data and analysis

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close and financial reporting
• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and financial modeling skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage projects with limited supervision

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting audit and tax processes
• Strong data manipulation and financial analysis capabilities
• Experience working across multiple accounting systems or entities
• Background in building or improving accounting processes and internal controls

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accountant who enjoys owning the full financial reporting process while partnering with leadership to support operational and financial decision-making.