Finance Director / Accounting Manager

LRK; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Finance Director / Accounting Manager to lead their accounting team. This pivotal role involves overseeing essential accounting functions, managing month-end processes, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. The ideal candidate will bring over 7 years of experience, including managerial expertise in the professional services sector. With a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports both personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Mentoring program

Professional membership reimbursements

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting experience, including 3+ years in a managerial role.
• Ability to work with project managers to ensure accurate financial setups.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting functions including ledger and accounts payable.
• Manage month-end closing processes and financial statement preparation.

Skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Project costing

Internal controls

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Financial systems

Job description

LRK is a nationally recognized design firm built around a team of architects, urban designers, planners, and interior designers. We believe that great places are created through successful collaboration and careful consideration of how these disciplines impact and respect the surrounding community.

LRK is seeking a Finance Director / Accounting Manager to lead our accounting team. Responsibilities include :

• Oversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to : general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets and taxes.
• Manage month-end closing processes including invoicing meetings with project managers, journal entries, revenue recognition, financial statement preparation, and financial KPI dashboard preparation.
• Understand and assess current practices, processes, and internal controls, and make recommendations for improvements.
• Monitor cash flow and oversee all treasury management functions.
• Manage, develop, and coach accounting staff in their assigned duties.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested.

Skills / Qualities :

• Thorough knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including revenue recognition principles.
• Working knowledge of project costing and ability to ensure proper cost recording to projects.
• Ability to work with project managers and project accountants to ensure project setups and financial items regarding projects are handled accurately and in a timely manner.
• Full working knowledge of internal controls needed in day-to-day accounting operations.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply data and information from complex contracts.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from accredited institution.
• CPA required
• 7+ years of relevant experience in the accounting field, including 3+ years in a managerial role, preferably in the professional services industry.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience with other financial systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all levels of an organization.
• Ability to understand and diagnose the root cause of an issue by being detail oriented, organized and productive.

LRK offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k plan, paid time off and more. Along with those standard employee benefits, LRK offers a mentoring program, exam and professional membership reimbursements, continuing education opportunities, and many more personal and professional benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Finance Accounting Manager • Memphis, TN, United States