Accounting Manager - Lead Finance & Process Improvements

Daikin Applied Americas; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied is seeking an Accounting Manager to plan and direct accounting activities within the finance department. The role involves leading the accounting team, overseeing the general ledger, and ensuring timely financial reporting.

Location is Plymouth, MN with a hybrid schedule. Requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting, 8+ years accounting and 4+ years of people leadership. CPA preferred. Base salary ranges from $90,000 to $153,300 with a 10% bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 8+ years of accounting experience.
• 4+ years of people leadership experience.
• CPA (preferred) is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and leadership in the management of accounting practices.
• Oversee the maintenance of the company’s general ledgers.
• Assist in managing the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Develop policies and procedures to support the organization’s accounting policies.
• Interact with outside auditors and participate in occasional auditing projects or provide information and access to general ledger and other accounting records as required.
• Manage employees by establishing, reviewing, and providing feedback regarding annual performance goals.
• Develop and determine priorities and monitor status of special projects on an ongoing basis.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements (e.g., automation) for faster, more accurate financial reporting.

Skills

Accounting leadership

People management

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA (preferred)

Job description

Daikin Applied is seeking an Accounting Manager to plan and direct accounting activities within the finance department. The role involves leading the accounting team, overseeing the general ledger, and ensuring timely financial reporting.

Location is Plymouth, MN with a hybrid schedule. Requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting, 8+ years accounting and 4+ years of people leadership. CPA preferred. Base salary ranges from $90,000 to $153,300 with a 10% bonus.