Accounting Manager: Lead & Develop Finance Team

O&G Industries, Inc.; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

O&G Industries, Inc., based in Torrington, Connecticut, seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to lead our accounting team and oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, GAAP expertise, and a proven ability to coach and develop staff. This on-site role partners with leadership to drive financial decisions and system improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Experience with general ledger, financial statements, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and motivate an accounting team.
• Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and respond to issues with a strong sense of urgency.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office/Excel; experience with ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day activities of the accounting department and establish priorities for the team.
• Supervise, coach, develop, and hold accounting staff accountable for accuracy, deadlines, and performance.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and preparation of financial statements.
• Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Review and analyze financial results, identify discrepancies and trends, and bring issues to management's attention.
• Oversee accounting activities for multiple subsidiaries.
• Develop and maintain effective accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Work closely with operations and senior leadership to understand financial results and support business decisions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and other outside professionals.
• Participate in accounting system improvements, software implementations, and process-improvement initiatives.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

O&G Industries, Inc., based in Torrington, Connecticut, seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to lead our accounting team and oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, GAAP expertise, and a proven ability to coach and develop staff. This on-site role partners with leadership to drive financial decisions and system improvements.