Accounting Manager

CFS; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Disability insurance

IRA retirement plan

20 days PTO

Job summary

CFS, located in Roswell, GA, is seeking an Accounting Manager to own the accounting and finance function for a stable, 30-year-old environmental consulting organization. The role offers visibility and direct interaction with company leadership.

This hands-on manager will balance strategic financial planning with day-to-day accounting operations, collaborating with engineers, architects, and business development professionals to drive business performance and growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of accounting and finance experience.
• Experience leading accounting teams in small businesses.
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting skills.
• Ability to work onsite as a sole accounting leader.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including AP, AR, GL and month-end close.
• Prepare financial statements, management reports, and KPIs.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
• Partner with leadership for strategic planning and operational decision-making.
• Maintain controls, accuracy, and regulatory compliance as the sole accounting leader.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Finance management

Team coordination

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Accounting Manager

(Roswell, GA)

Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000

• Step into an Accounting Manager role with full ownership of the accounting and finance function for a stable, 30-year-old environmental consulting organization.
• Gain the visibility and influence typically associated with a senior Accounting Manager position while working directly with company leadership.
• Enjoy the variety that comes with being a hands-on Accounting Manager, balancing strategic financial planning with day-to-day accounting operations.
• As the Accounting Manager, you'll work closely with engineers, architects, and business development professionals to help drive business performance.
• Build forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes as the organization's primary Accounting Manager and financial leader.
• Join a close-knit team of 15 employees where the Accounting Manager has a direct impact on company growth and decision-making.
• Benefit from long-term upside, including potential equity participation after three years in the Accounting Manager role.
• Receive competitive benefits including medical coverage, disability insurance, an IRA retirement plan, and 20 days of PTO.
• Lead the financial operations of a respected professional services organization with a service-focused culture and strong client relationships.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Step into an Accounting Manager role with full ownership of the accounting and finance function for a stable, 30-year-old environmental consulting organization.
• Gain the visibility and influence typically associated with a senior Accounting Manager position while working directly with company leadership.
• Enjoy the variety that comes with being a hands-on Accounting Manager, balancing strategic financial planning with day-to-day accounting operations.
• As the Accounting Manager, you'll work closely with engineers, architects, and business development professionals to help drive business performance.
• Build forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes as the organization's primary Accounting Manager and financial leader.
• Join a close-knit team of 15 employees where the Accounting Manager has a direct impact on company growth and decision-making.
• Benefit from long-term upside, including potential equity participation after three years in the Accounting Manager role.
• Receive competitive benefits including medical coverage, disability insurance, an IRA retirement plan, and 20 days of PTO.
• Lead the financial operations of a respected professional services organization with a service-focused culture and strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the company's Accounting Manager, overseeing all accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, and month-end close.
• Prepare financial statements, management reports, and key performance metrics expected of a successful Accounting Manager.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis initiatives as the organization's Accounting Manager.
• Partner with leadership to support strategic planning and operational decision-making in the Accounting Manager capacity.
• Maintain financial controls, accounting accuracy, and regulatory compliance while serving as the sole Accounting Manager for the business.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of accounting and finance experience with the ability to perform successfully in an Accounting Manager role.
• Previous experience as an Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant, Assistant Controller, or similar professional ready to step into an Accounting Manager opportunity.
• Proven ability to manage both transactional accounting and higher-level finance responsibilities required of a hands-on Accounting Manager.
• Experience with financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow management commonly expected in an Accounting Manager position.
• Comfortable operating as a one-person accounting department and taking ownership of responsibilities typically handled by an Accounting Manager in a small business environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a fully onsite setting.