Accounting Manager

Ascendo Resources; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. This role requires hands-on leadership of the accounting team, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable and receivable, establishing accounting policies, and providing financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have extensive accounting experience, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values your contributions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience including reconciliations and financial reporting.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience within an accounting function.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Billing teams.
• Establish and enforce accounting policies and internal controls.
• Prepare, review, and distribute financial and management reports.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Reporting

GAAP Knowledge

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Advanced Excel

Education

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

CPA, CMA, CGA, or advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP

Power BI

Square 9 document management

Job description

The Accounting Manager leads and supports the day‑to‑day operations of the accounting function, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. This role provides hands‑on leadership to the accounting team while overseeing core accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting timelines. The Accounting Manager plays a critical role in supporting month‑end close activities, resolving complex accounting matters, and continuously improving processes. Acting as a key liaison between internal departments and external partners, this position promotes collaboration, accountability, and high performance across the accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and oversee the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Billing teams to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Establish, maintain, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls; recommend updates as business needs evolve.
• Oversee customer deposits, account funding activity, and approval processes for ACH and check disbursements.
• Manage sales tax matters, including credits, refunds, returns, and account adjustments.
• Serve as a primary resource for the accounting team by answering questions, resolving issues, and providing ongoing training and guidance.
• Monitor shared accounting inboxes, assign inquiries, and ensure timely resolution for internal partners and external customers.
• Review and approve accounts payable documentation to ensure accuracy, authorization, and compliance with internal controls.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and distribution of daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial and management reports.
• Supervise accounts receivable postings, billing, invoicing, and provide backup support for critical accounting functions as needed.
• Ensure timely and accurate responses to customer requests, statements, vendor documentation, and specialized reporting needs.
• Coordinate monthly billing statements, invoice reminders, and account reconciliations.
• Provide leadership in performance management, employee development, and team engagement to foster a collaborative, results‑driven environment.
• Act as backup for essential accounting operations to ensure continuity and uninterrupted workflow.

The duties outlined above describe the general nature of the role and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA, CMA, CGA, or advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including reconciliations, financial reporting, and analysis.
• At least 2 years of direct supervisory or people‑management experience within an accounting function.
• Required experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP; familiarity with Square 9 document management and Power BI preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Experience supporting multi‑entity or multi‑location organizations is a plus.

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting