Strategic Accounting Manager – Multi‑Entity Planning Lead

Mead O'Brien; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Mead O'Brien, a family of companies with over $30M in annual revenue and more than fifty employees, seeks an experienced accounting leader to report to the President and manage a small staff while serving as a valuable resource to operations, customers and vendors across multiple states.

You will drive strategic planning, monthly forecasting and annual budgeting, alongside daily accounting tasks, with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting required.
• Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience.
• CPA experience preferred with thorough knowledge of GAAP financial reporting, payroll, sales tax, internal audit and controls, AR and collections, AP and cashflow, merchant accounts, etc.
• Experience with accounting for multiple related companies, multiple divisions/departments, and consolidations. Background in industrial distribution and/or manufacturing a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems; Epicor Prophet 21 (P21) software a plus.
• Advanced to Expert working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in written form.
• Valid and verifiable driver’s license and record. Must be able to fulfill requirements of Company Fleet Policy.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, training and safety clearances.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of accounting functions for multiple entities across states.
• Lead strategic planning, monthly forecasting, and annual budgeting.
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and a small staff.
• Support operations, customers, and vendors with accuracy and integrity.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Payroll knowledge

AR & collections

AP & cashflow

ERP systems

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

BS in Accounting

Tools

Epicor Prophet 21 (P21)

Job description

Mead O'Brien, a family of companies with over $30M in annual revenue and more than fifty employees, seeks an experienced accounting leader to report to the President and manage a small staff while serving as a valuable resource to operations, customers and vendors across multiple states.

You will drive strategic planning, monthly forecasting and annual budgeting, alongside daily accounting tasks, with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.