Accounting Manager

Pacific Coast Companies Inc; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Coast Companies Inc. is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting across multiple entities, ensuring GAAP compliance, accuracy, and timeliness. You will oversee fixed assets, leases, and month-end close while mentoring the accounting team.

This role partners with stakeholders, drives process improvements, and supports audits and financial reporting. A CPA or CMA is preferred, with 7–10 years of experience in advanced accounting environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 7–10 years of professional accounting experience with GAAP and general ledger systems.
• Experience leading or mentoring accounting team members.
• Experience supporting multiple entities or complex accounting environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead core accounting operations across multiple company entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Drive month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes and financial reporting.
• Manage billing-related activities and maintain contract/customer information.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning activities.
• Develop and lead the accounting team, mentoring staff and managing workload.
• Maintain compliance, internal controls, and regulatory reporting obligations.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team development

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join Our Team

We're looking for a detail-oriented, collaborative, and results-driven Accounting Manager to lead key accounting functions across multiple business entities while supporting the financial health of our organization.

In this role, you'll oversee critical accounting processes, support financial reporting and compliance activities, and provide leadership to accounting team members. You'll have the opportunity to influence financial operations, improve processes, and partner with stakeholders across the business.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy developing people, and are passionate about accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Lead Core Accounting Operations

• Manage accounting activities across multiple company entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee fixed asset, lease, and telecommunications accounting functions.
• Ensure accounting records are maintained in accordance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Monitor and analyze financial transactions to support accurate reporting and compliance.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to address accounting needs and resolve issues.

Drive Month-End and Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review month-end, quarter-end, and year-end journal entries and closing activities.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial data and perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Assist with balance sheet reviews and financial analysis activities.
• Provide support for audits, reporting requirements, and special financial projects.

Manage Billing and Financial Administration

• Oversee billing-related activities and maintain accurate contract and customer information.
• Monitor and update schedules related to notes payable and other financial obligations.
• Review and process invoices, expenses, and payment requests in accordance with established procedures.
• Ensure proper coding and allocation of expenses across departments and business units.
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation and records.

Support Budgeting and Strategic Planning

• Assist with the preparation and coordination of annual budgets.
• Provide financial analysis to support business planning and operational decisions.
• Prepare special reports, forecasts, and ad hoc analyses as requested by leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reporting, and financial processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Accounting department.

Develop and Lead the Accounting Team

• Supervise, mentor, and develop Staff Accountants and other assigned accounting personnel.
• Delegate responsibilities and manage workflow to ensure deadlines and business objectives are achieved.
• Monitor work quality and provide coaching, feedback, and performance support.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and customer-focused team environment.
• Support training initiatives and knowledge sharing across the department.

Maintain Compliance and Operational Excellence

• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies.
• Support compliance with regulatory and corporate reporting requirements.
• Participate in department meetings and cross-functional initiatives.
• Promote workplace safety and adherence to company guidelines.
• Maintain a strong focus on accuracy, organization, and service excellence.

What You Bring

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7-10 years of professional accounting experience working with accounting principles and general ledger systems.
• Previous experience leading or mentoring accounting team members.
• Experience supporting multiple entities, business units, or complex accounting environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.

Technical Skills

You bring experience across a variety of accounting systems, software, and business tools, including:

• Financial accounting and general ledger management
• Financial statement preparation and analysis
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office applications
• ERP systems such as SAP
• Fixed asset, lease, and expense accounting
• Reporting and reconciliation processes

Bonus points if you have experience with:

• Multi-entity accounting environments
• Process improvement initiatives
• Internal controls and audit support
• Advanced Excel reporting and analysis

Certifications

• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional accounting certification preferred.
• Additional accounting or finance-related certifications are a plus.

What Makes You Successful

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities.
• Ability to build productive relationships across departments and levels of the organization.
• Sound judgment and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Primarily office-based work environment with moderate noise levels.
• Frequent use of computers, telephones, calculators, and other office equipment.
• Regular sitting, standing, walking, speaking, and listening.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Standard business hours with additional time as needed to meet reporting deadlines and business demands.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Play a key role in supporting the financial success of multiple business entities.
• Lead and develop a talented accounting team while expanding your leadership experience.
• Partner with leaders across the organization to support strategic business decisions.
• Gain exposure to a broad range of accounting functions and operational activities.
• Join a collaborative team that values accuracy, integrity, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Make a direct impact on the financial performance and long-term success of the organization.