Accounting Manager

Golden State Communications, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden State Communications is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager in San Jose to oversee AR, Billing, AP, and month-end close. This hands-on leadership role directs a three-person team and works with Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The role emphasizes strengthening internal controls, improving processes, and coordinating with Sales, Rental, Service, and Operations to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Accounts Receivable and Billing activities.
• Supervise AR, Billing, and Accounts Payable operations.
• Support month-end close, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Monitor AR aging and improve collections and DSO.
• Provide backups to Controller and collaborate with departments.
• Develop and improve accounting processes and internal controls.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

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Location: San Jose, CA
Salary: $120,000 to $140,000 annually

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in San Jose. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing key accounting functions, including Accounts Receivable, Billing, Accounts Payable, month-end close, and account reconciliations.

The Accounting Manager will supervise a team of three and work closely with the Controller and other departments to ensure accurate and timely accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support the Accounts Receivable and Billing team.

Oversee customer billing, collections, and Accounts Receivable.

Provide oversight of Accounts Payable activities.

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.

Prepare and review account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules.

Monitor AR aging and help improve collections and DSO.

Serve as a key internal resource for NetSuite ERP.

Support Rental Series accounting and billing processes.

Develop and improve accounting procedures, workflows, and internal controls.

Partner with Sales, Rental, Service, and Operations to resolve accounting and billing issues.

Support budgeting, forecasting, audits, reporting, and special projects.

Provide backup support to the Controller as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

5+ years of progressive accounting experience.

At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience.

Strong knowledge of GAAP, month-end close, reconciliations, AR, AP, and general ledger accounting.

Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Preferred:

Experience working with equipment sales, rental, or service operations.