Accounting Manager (Sample)

JAG Industrial Marine Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine services company in Washington, Seattle, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee month-end and year-end close processes and manage financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 8-15 years of general ledger accounting experience, and strong knowledge of US GAAP. Proficiency in ERP Financial Management systems and problem-solving skills are essential. Occasional travel is required for this full-time role.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of general ledger accounting experience.
• Experience with Government and Commercial Contracts required.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial reports for senior operations personnel.
• Assist with the development of the annual budget.

Skills

Knowledge of US GAAP

Knowledge of Excel

Experience with ERP Financial Management systems

Problem solving

Collaboration with external vendors

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Costpoint

Job description

Use your outstanding accounting skills to manage the close process for the Company. Join a talented team of financial professionals and work directly under the supervision of the Controller. This Accounting Manager will also perform a variety of other accounting activities (listed below) in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Take the lead in the month-end and year-end close, including creating and entering journal entries and performing general ledger account analysis
• Manage indirect cost reports and submissions
• Prepare monthly financial reports for senior operations personnel
• Oversee and prepare month-end customer invoices
• Prepare Balance Sheet Reconciliations
• Fixed Asset Accounting
• Assist with the year-end financial audit
• Assist with development of the annual budget
• Manage state filing and registration process
• Sales and Property Tax Return preparation
• Perform special projects as assigned by Controller
• Occasional travel required (<25%)

Required Experience

• Working knowledge of US GAAP required
• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of Excel and Word experience required
• Experience with a major ERP Financial Management system required, experience with Costpoint preferred
• Ability to collaborate professionally with operational department and external vendors
• Must be a problem solver
• Experience with Government and Commercial Contracts required
• Experience in a Job Cost Accounting environment strongly preferred
• Revenue recognition

Education or Equivalent Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• Minimum 8-15 years general ledger accounting experience
• CPA preferred