Accounting Manager

goldenstateinc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden State Inc. in San Jose, CA, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead a hands-on team responsible for AR, Billing, AP, month-end close and reconciliations.

You will supervise three staff, partner with the Controller and other departments to ensure accurate, timely accounting, strengthen internal controls, and drive process improvements.

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 hands-on NetSuite experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, month-end close, reconciliations, AR, AP, and general ledger accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise AR, Billing, and the Accounts Receivable team.
• Oversee customer billing, collections, and AR activities.
• Provide oversight of Accounts Payable activities.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and schedules.
• Monitor AR aging and improve collections and DSO.
• Serve as a key internal resource for NetSuite ERP.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Organization

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CMA designation

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Accounting Manager

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 hands-on NetSuite 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:

• Rental Series experience.
• Experience working with equipment sales, rental, or service operations.
• CPA or CMA designation.