Hybrid Accounting Manager Capex and IT Budget Lead

Leslie's; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plan

Health Savings Account

Company 401(k) with match

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Leslie’s Pool Supplies is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead capital accounting, IT project budgeting, and month-end close at the Phoenix corporate office. You will supervise one Senior Fixed Asset Accountant and partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen internal controls and reporting.

This hybrid role requires a strong GAAP background, ERP experience, and advanced Excel skills. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of Phoenix, AZ and be authorized to work in the United

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or public company accounting; at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Experience with financial statements, month-end close, general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, budgeting/forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, OneNote).
• Experience with ERP systems; JDA, Workday Adaptive, and Blackline experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly P&L review, explain variances to plan, identify trends, and highlight risks and opportunities.
• Assist in the creation of annual capital, SaaS, and operating budgets.
• Provide oversight of capex policies for all IT projects; coordinate RFCE submissions for review and approval.
• Manage and mentor the Senior Fixed Asset Accountant.
• Prepare and/or review period-end entries, reconciliations, and analyses with proper documentation.
• Lead period-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate completion while identifying opportunities to shorten close timelines.
• Develop, implement, and monitor accounting and operational policies to improve accuracy, timeliness, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve data flow and reporting processes.
• Continuously evaluate internal controls and work with leadership to implement enhancements.
• Provide timely documentation to internal and external auditors.
• Support SOX compliance and process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain ownership of key internal controls; update SOX narratives as needed and perform assigned control activities.
• Prepare and/or review accruals and reclasses for IT spend in accordance with company policy.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with senior leadership.
• Support ERP system implementation, ensuring processes, controls, and documentation are properly established.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation

Active listening

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

JDA

Workday Adaptive

Blackline

Job description

Leslie’s Pool Supplies is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead capital accounting, IT project budgeting, and month-end close at the Phoenix corporate office. You will supervise one Senior Fixed Asset Accountant and partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen internal controls and reporting.

This hybrid role requires a strong GAAP background, ERP experience, and advanced Excel skills. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of Phoenix, AZ and be authorized to work in the United