Accounting Manager: Lead Close & Path to Controller

Six Degrees North Beverage Group, Inc.; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Degrees North Beverage Group is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to own day-to-day bookkeeping, close processes, and strengthen financial controls as the company grows. You will work closely with leadership to ensure accurate reporting and compliant practices.

This role, with a retirement-impending Controller, offers a clear path to Controller; you will learn the business, manage payroll, tax filings, and collaborate across departments to optimize inventory and cost of goods sold.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of progressive bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Strong QuickBooks Online and Excel skills.
• Experience managing month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Solid understanding of accrual accounting, the general ledger, and financial statements.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies and maintain confidential financial information.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain financial records in QuickBooks Online.
• Oversee accounts payable, including vendor invoices and payment scheduling.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities and ensure timely reporting.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for leadership to understand performance.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital needs.
• Collaborate with accounts receivable to reconcile customer balances and payments.
• Coordinate payroll accounting and assist with tax filings and compliance.
• Work with outside accounting professionals on tax preparation and year-end needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and internal controls.
• Document processes and progressively assume Controller responsibilities.

Skills

QuickBooks Online

Excel

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Confidential information handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management systems

Accounting integrations

E-commerce platforms

Job description

Six Degrees North Beverage Group is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to own day-to-day bookkeeping, close processes, and strengthen financial controls as the company grows. You will work closely with leadership to ensure accurate reporting and compliant practices.

This role, with a retirement-impending Controller, offers a clear path to Controller; you will learn the business, manage payroll, tax filings, and collaborate across departments to optimize inventory and cost of goods sold.