Accounting Manager

Velocity-Commercial; Westlake Village (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Velocity-Commercial is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the general ledger and lead the accounting staff. You will work under the Director of Accounting/Controller to ensure accurate revenue, expense, asset, and liability recording.

You will drive monthly financial reports, year-end audits, and budgets while implementing improved processes and controls. A proactive, self-starting leader with supervision and analytical skills is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Ability to develop financial policies and procedures.
• Experience directing staff and coordinating monthly close.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting activities and general ledger maintenance.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audits.
• Train and supervise accounting staff; address performance issues.
• Support process improvements and workflow efficiency.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Team supervision

Internal controls

Job description

TheAccounting Manager is responsible for performing highly specialized accountingwork required to maintain the Velocity’s general ledger. Working under thedirection of the Director of Accounting/Controller, the Accounting Mangerdirects and coordinates the daily activities of the accounting staff to quicklyand accurately record the revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities ofthe company. The incumbent should be a highly motivated self-starter with supervisory,review, and analytical experience. The incumbent is also responsible forpreparing monthly financial management reports and annual financialstatements.This position addressestight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including generalledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and thesupport of budget and forecast activities.

Core Responsibilities:

• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.
• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close.
• Ensure the accurate and timely reporting of all financial information.
• Assist the Controller in the daily banking requirements.
• Supports budget and forecasting activities.
• Collaborates with the other finance department managers to support overall department goals and objectives.
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Responds to inquiries from the CFO, Controller, and other finance and firm-wide managers regarding financial results and special reporting requests.
• Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.
• Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.
• Handle personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc.
• Work with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff.
• Support Controller with special projects and workflow process improvements.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of Generally AcceptedAccounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to develop and establish financialpolicies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently, with littlesupervision.
• Ability to effectively direct andsupervise.