Accounting Manager (8548)

Ebs Recruiters LLC; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ebs Recruiters LLC is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee accounting operations across multiple entities, ensuring GAAP-compliant, accurate, and timely financial reporting. The role focuses on close processes, controls, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will manage fixed assets, prepare statements, perform analyses, and coordinate with internal teams and external auditors to support business decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• CPA certification or advanced degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities for multiple business entities.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities for timely reporting.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for management.
• Support due diligence activities for acquisitions, integrations, or strategic initiatives.
• Ensure GAAP compliance, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and process improvements.
• Prepare KPIs and management reports to support decision-making.
• Assist with annual financial statement audits and coordinate with auditors.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, legal, and other departments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Accounting Manager Position Summary: The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the accounting operations for multiple business entities and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. This role manages key accounting functions, supports the monthly and annual close processes, prepares financial analyses, and ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal policies. The Accounting Manager partners with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes, strengthen internal controls, and provide meaningful financial information that supports business decision-making.

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities for multiple business entities.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including asset capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with and help coordinate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and provide recommendations to management.
• Support financial due diligence activities for acquisitions, integrations, or other strategic initiatives as needed.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal accounting policies and procedures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective accounting processes, internal controls, and system improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Prepare financial reports, key performance indicators (KPIs), and other management reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Assist with annual financial statement audits and coordinate with external auditors by providing requested schedules and documentation.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, legal, and other departments to support business initiatives and resolve accounting-related issues.
• Stay current on accounting standards, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA certification or advanced degree preferred.
• Three to five years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Experience preparing financial statements, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems is preferred.