Accounting Operations Manager

Armada-Consulting; Mays Chapel (MD); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health Savings Account or employer-sup

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Free onsite gym

Employee referral bonus up to $1500

Professional development

Hybrid work environment

Company events

Philanthropy initiatives

Job summary

Armada Consulting is seeking a qualified Accounting Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting functions in a hybrid Timonium, MD environment. You will manage AR, treasury, payroll support, and billing processes while driving process improvements and internal controls.

The role requires 5+ years of accounting experience, 2+ years in management, and a Bachelor's in accounting or finance. Strong tech and communication skills are essential to lead staff and collaborate across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience including AR, treasury, and billing processes.
• At least two years of management or supervisory experience.
• Strong spreadsheet and database skills.
• Strong aptitude for systems and technology; experience with AI in transaction analysis is a plus.
• Familiarity with banking systems, file transfer management and electronic transactions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, critical thinking and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving results and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Quick learner and highly organized with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting functions including accounts receivable, client account reconciliation, and monthly bank reconciliation process.
• Manage cash flow and treasury functions.
• Lead monthly invoice review process including responses from Client Broker Services group.
• Process broker commissions and transition calculation to staff while reviewing.
• Perform yearly internal audits on broker commissions and billing rates.
• Provide support for payroll and accounts payable as needed.
• Coach and develop staff accounting team and promote accountability and continuous improvement.
• Foster collaboration across departments to align with company goals and financial objectives.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback.
• Prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Identify and implement process efficiencies and automation opportunities.
• Support implementation of new policies or standards to improve operations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support system upgrades or ERP enhancements.
• Provide support to auditors during audits and reviews.

Skills

Spreadsheet skills

Database skills

Systems aptitude

AI in transaction analysis

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

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Accounting Operations Manager

Full Time Timonium, MD, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1252

Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $110,000.00 Annually

Role Overview:The Accounting Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operational functions while providing technical accounting expertise and leadership to the accounting team. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across financial-supporting processes and acts as a key partner to the Controller in driving process improvements and maintaining strong internal controls.

What You’ll Do:

Accounting Operations

• Oversee various accounting functions, including accounts receivable, client account reconciliation, and monthly bank reconciliation process
• Manage cash flow and treasury functions
• Lead monthly invoice review process including response to associated requests from Client Broker Services group
• Process broker commissions including initially performing the monthly commission calculation and payout, but ultimately transitioning the calculation to staff while assuming role as reviewer
• Performing yearly internal audits on various functions including broker commissions and billing rates
• Provide support for payroll and accounts payable functions as needed
• Coach and develop staff accounting team, promoting a culture of accountability, high performance, and continuous improvement
• Foster collaboration across departments to ensure alignment with company goals and financial objectives
• Conduct performance reviews, career/development conversations, and provide ongoing feedback
• Assign and prioritize workload to meet deadlines

Process Improvement & Controls

• Identify and implement process efficiencies and automation opportunities
• Support implementation of new policies or standards with the goal of improving operational functions
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Support system upgrades or ERP enhancements
• Provide support to auditors during audits and reviews

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience required, including experience managing accounts receivable, treasury, and billing processes
• At least two years of management or supervisory experience
• Strong spreadsheet and database skills
• Strong aptitude for systems and technology; experience utilizing AI in transaction analysis a plus
• Familiarity with banking systems, file transfer management and electronic transactions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, critical thinking and customer service skills
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving results, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Quick learner and highly organized with attention to detail

Salary Information: In accordance with Maryland's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, we are committed to providing transparent wage information for all posted job opportunities. The wage range for this position is $95,000 - $110,000 per year. This is a good faith estimate of likely pay for this role. Compensation is determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-sponsored Health Savings Account or Employer-paid enrollment in an Armada supplemental insurance plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off
• Eleven paid holidays per year
• Free access to onsite gym at Hunt Valley office location
• Free Patient to Physician matching service
• Free Travel Assistance program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee referral bonus program - earn up to $1500 per hire
• Professional development opportunities
• Voluntary benefits and discount programs
• Hybrid work environment (Tuesday - Thursday in office)
• Company events
• Employer-sponsored philanthropy initiatives

Role Overview:The Accounting Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operational functions while providing technical accounting expertise and leadership to the accounting team. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across financial-supporting processes and acts as a key partner to the Controller in driving process improvements and maintaining strong internal controls.

What You’ll Do:

Accounting Operations

• Oversee various accounting functions, including accounts receivable, client account reconciliation, and monthly bank reconciliation process
• Manage cash flow and treasury functions
• Lead monthly invoice review process including response to associated requests from Client Broker Services group
• Process broker commissions including initially performing the monthly commission calculation and payout, but ultimately transitioning the calculation to staff while assuming role as reviewer
• Performing yearly internal audits on various functions including broker commissions and billing rates
• Provide support for payroll and accounts payable functions as needed

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Coach and develop staff accounting team, promoting a culture of accountability, high performance, and continuous improvement
• Foster collaboration across departments to ensure alignment with company goals and financial objectives
• Conduct performance reviews, career/development conversations, and provide ongoing feedback
• Assign and prioritize workload to meet deadlines

Process Improvement & Controls

• Identify and implement process efficiencies and automation opportunities
• Support implementation of new policies or standards with the goal of improving operational functions
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Support system upgrades or ERP enhancements
• Provide support to auditors during audits and reviews

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience required, including experience managing accounts receivable, treasury, and billing processes
• At least two years of management or supervisory experience
• Strong spreadsheet and database skills
• Strong aptitude for systems and technology; experience utilizing AI in transaction analysis a plus
• Familiarity with banking systems, file transfer management and electronic transactions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, critical thinking and customer service skills
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving results, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Quick learner and highly organized with attention to detail

Salary Information: In accordance with Maryland's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, we are committed to providing transparent wage information for all posted job opportunities. The wage range for this position is $95,000 - $110,000 per year. This is a good faith estimate of likely pay for this role. Compensation is determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-sponsored Health Savings Account or Employer-paid enrollment in an Armada supplemental insurance plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off
• Eleven paid holidays per year
• Free access to onsite gym at Hunt Valley office location
• Free Patient to Physician matching service
• Free Travel Assistance program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee referral bonus program - earn up to $1500 per hire
• Professional development opportunities
• Voluntary benefits and discount programs
• Hybrid work environment (Tuesday - Thursday in office)
• Company events
• Employer-sponsored philanthropy initiatives

Armada follows a hybrid work structure where employees work in-office three days per week (Tuesday - Thursday) and remotely for the remaining two.