Accounting Project Manager

Peterson Cat; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Accounting Project Manager in San Leandro, CA. This role focuses on automating accounting functions and managing software implementations. The ideal candidate will have extensive project management experience and a strong background in financial reporting. Join a family-oriented environment that values safety, growth, and professional achievement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of experience in financial reporting/general ledgers.
• Experience managing enterprise-level projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting software implementation and process improvements.
• Collaborate with IT and Finance to define software requirements.
• Lead change management initiatives for new accounting processes.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Reporting

Automation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business with emphasis in Accounting

Tools

Finance Systems

Job description

It’s your time, make it matter.

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too.You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter.Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business.It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Cat has a need for an Accounting Project Manager at our San Leandro, CA location.

SUMMARY

The Accounting Project Manager plays a key role in achieving our goals of automating accounting functions in response to company growth and increasing use of technologies to better manage the company’s operations. This position leads change management to enhance financial operations and technology adoption while maintaining excellent internal controls and a high level of service to all stakeholders.

Primary responsibilities include overseeing accounting software implementation and process improvements, managing project plans, configuring systems, migrating data, training, and collaborating with departments throughout Peterson on various projects as a subject matter expert on company accounting systems processes, and procedures. Additionally, this position optimizes workflows, automates processes, ensures compliance, and drives efficiency through standardization and performance tracking.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and manage projects, including accounting software implementation and treasury related systems, ensuring alignment with business needs and timelines.

• Partner with external supplier to complete the successful implementation of systems, delivering on agreed timescales and budget.

• Work with Information Technology (IT), Finance, and external vendors to define software requirements, system capabilities, and implementation roadmaps.

• Oversee accounting software configuration, ensuring it aligns with accounting standards and company policies.

• Lead the data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) process from legacy accounting systems to the new systems.

• Collaborate continuously with departments throughout the enterprise on projects as subject matter expert on company accounting systems, processes, and procedures.

• Develop training materials and conduct sessions to educate teams across the organization on new system functionalities.

• Maintain detailed documentation of accounting system configurations, workflows, and troubleshooting guides.

• Provide ongoing assistance, troubleshooting issues and refining accounting systems for efficiency.

• Evaluate current accounting workflows to identify inefficiencies and areas for automation.

• Develop and implement standardized accounting procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

• Recommend and integrate automation tools, such as RPA (Robotic Process Automation) or AI-driven accounting solutions.

• Ensure process improvements align with GAAP, IFRS, SOX, and/or other regulatory requirements.

• Lead change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new accounting processes across the organization.

• Work with internal stakeholders to ensure to ensure cohesive and streamlined accounting processes.

• Maintain regular, punctual, and predictable attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree from a fully accredited college in Business with an emphasis in Accounting or other closely related field; and a minimum of seven (7) years of directly related experience with financial reporting/general ledgers, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Extensive experience of using finance systems required

• Project management experience required

• Experience managing enterprise-level projects including financial software implementation preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate preferred

The pay range for this position is: $125,000.00 - $153,000.00 (Starting wage will depend on experience and education. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.)

Peterson Holding Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.