Senior Accounting Manager: Lead Finance Operations

Finance-Factors.-Ltd.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Finance-Factors.-Ltd. is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead daily accounting operations in Honolulu, HI. The role supervises staff, ensures accurate financial records, and supports close processes and reporting.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in accounting or related field, 5+ years of accounting, and strong leadership. CPA track or designation preferred; strong Excel skills and GAAP knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Minimum five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum two years of leadership, supervisory, or project management experience preferred.
• Financial institution accounting experience preferred.
• CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products with intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, flexibility, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day accounting operations to ensure the timely and accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Directly supervises accounting employees, temporary staff, interns, and/or contractors, including work assignment, coaching, performance management, and professional development.
• Participates in the recruitment, selection, onboarding, promotion, discipline, and separation of employees.
• Exercises independent judgment and discretion in evaluating accounting, financial reporting, operational, regulatory, and compliance matters.
• Establishes departmental priorities, allocates resources, manages workloads, and monitors workflow to ensure efficient and timely completion of accounting activities.
• Collaborates with the AVP Assistant Controller to establish departmental goals, monitor performance against objectives, and implement strategies to improve operational effectiveness and employee performance.
• Makes recommendations regarding staffing levels, organizational structure, employee development, compensation, promotions, corrective action.
• Evaluates employee performance, provides ongoing coaching and feedback, identifies training needs, and develops succession plans.
• Reviews and approves journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinates accounting activities and monitors departmental deadlines to support monthly, quarterly, and annual close.
• Assists with the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Performs and reviews analyses of financial results, investigates variances, and prepares explanations for management.
• Supports quarterly regulatory reporting, including the FDIC Call Report.
• Coordinates audit requests and assists with internal and external audits and regulatory examinations.
• Reviews audit schedules and supporting work papers for accuracy.
• Assists with annual budgeting and forecasts.
• Researches accounting, regulatory, and financial reporting issues and recommends appropriate solutions.
• Develops, implements, and maintains internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Leads process improvement initiatives within accounting functions.
• Documents and updates accounting procedures and SOPs.
• Serves as back-up to the Assistant Controller and supports planning and special projects.
• Participates in cross-functional initiatives impacting accounting and financial reporting.
• Assists with succession planning and employee development.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

Finance-Factors.-Ltd. is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead daily accounting operations in Honolulu, HI. The role supervises staff, ensures accurate financial records, and supports close processes and reporting.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in accounting or related field, 5+ years of accounting, and strong leadership. CPA track or designation preferred; strong Excel skills and GAAP knowledge are required.