Financial Reporting Manager

Find Great People | FGP; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Job summary

Find Great People | FGP is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to coordinate accounting operations in Columbia, SC. The role involves overseeing the finance department, managing fund accounting, and ensuring compliance with GAAP standards.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, preferred CPA certification, and at least 3 years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary range of $68,000 - $85,000 and the opportunity for hybrid work after training.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in government/public sector.
• CPA credential preferred.
• Strong experience with MS Office Suites required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fund accounting and ensure compliance with governmental standards.
• Review monthly and quarterly reconciliations for accuracy.
• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.
• Coordinate with auditors and leadership for financial guidance.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Financial reporting

GAAP compliance

Leadership

Workday experience

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager in Columbia, SC to coordinate and supervise the Finance Department’s accounting operations. This role oversees the general ledger, financial reporting, audit preparation, and ACFR completion while supervising a team of accountants.

Responsibilities

• Managing fund accounting: Oversees the accounting and reporting for all funds, ensuring accurate classification, tracking, and compliance with governmental accounting standards.
• Reconciliations and closings: Reviews and approves monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations and financial closings to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Journal entries: Prepares, reviews, and posts complex and routine journal entries, ensuring proper documentation and accurate posting to the general ledger.
• Compliance with GAAP: Ensures accounting activities adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and applicable regulations and policies.
• Budget support: Assists with the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of operating and capital budgets, including budget amendments and financial projections.
• Coordination with auditors and leadership: Serves as a key point of contact for external auditors and leadership, supporting audit activities, addressing findings, and providing financial guidance and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Master’s Degree (preferred)
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in government/public sector
• CPA (preferred)
• Workday experience (Preferred)
• Strong experience with MS Office Suites
• $68,000 - $85,000
• PTO

Hours

• Monday to Friday (8am to 5pm)
• Opportunity to work a HYBRID schedule after training (WFH 2 days per week)