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Job details Summary Spherion $100,000 - $130,000 per year Permanent 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Industry accounting & auditing (Business and Financial Operations Occupations) Reference number S_175680 Job details We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly analytical Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations for our client. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining financial records, managing the month-end close process, establishing internal controls, and ensuring compliant financial reporting. ... The ideal candidate is an expert in GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), possesses strong leadership skills to guide a growing team, and can seamlessly translate complex financial data into actionable insights for leadership.
Responsibilities:
Financial Operations:
Oversee daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger, payroll, and cash flow management.
Month-End Close:
Lead and optimize the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
Reconciliations & Reporting:
Review and approve journal entries, bank reconciliations, and balance sheet accounts. Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for management.
Controls & Compliance:
Establish, monitor, and enforce internal accounting controls, policies, and procedures to mitigate risk and protect company assets.
Audit & Tax Support:
Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and tax professionals, managing the preparation of required schedules and documentation.
Team Leadership:
Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of accounting staff (e.g., staff accountants, AP/AR clerks).
Process Improvement:
Identify inefficiencies in current workflows and implement modern software integrations or process updates to streamline accounting operations.
Working hours:
8:00 AM - 5:00
PM Skills:
Certifications:
CPA or CMA designation is highly preferred (but not required).
Education:
Bachelors Experience:
4-7 years
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor?s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience:
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 1?2 years in a supervisory or management role.
Technical Proficiency:
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data analysis) and experience with mid-to-enterprise level ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks Enterprise, Sage, or Microsoft Dynamics).
Knowledge Base:
Deep understanding of US GAAP, financial statement preparation, and internal control frameworks.
Soft Skills:
Strong problem-solving abilities, exceptional communication skills, and the capability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Apply today! Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). Show less Show more We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly analytical Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations for our client. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining financial records, managing the month-end close process, establishing internal controls, and ensuring compliant financial reporting. The ideal candidate is an expert in GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), possesses strong leadership skills to guide a growing team, and can seamlessly translate complex financial data into actionable insights for leadership.
Responsibilities:
Financial Operations:
Oversee daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger, payroll, and cash flow management.
Month-End Close:
Lead and optimize the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
Reconciliations & Reporting:
Review and approve journal entries, bank reconciliations, and balance sheet accounts. Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for management.
Controls & Compliance:
Establish, monitor, and enforce internal accounting controls, policies, and procedures to mitigate risk and protect company assets. ...
Audit & Tax Support:
Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and tax professionals, managing the preparation of required schedules and documentation.
Team Leadership:
Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of accounting staff (e.g., staff accountants, AP/AR clerks).
Process Improvement:
Identify inefficiencies in current workflows and implement modern software integrations or process updates to streamline accounting operations.
Working hours:
8:00 AM - 5:00
PM Skills:
Certifications:
CPA or CMA designation is highly preferred (but not required).
Education:
Bachelors Experience:
4-7 years
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor?s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience:
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 1?2 years in a supervisory or management role.
Technical Proficiency:
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data analysis) and experience with mid-to-enterprise level ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks Enterprise, Sage, or Microsoft Dynamics).
Knowledge Base:
Deep understanding of US GAAP, financial statement preparation, and internal control frameworks.
Soft Skills:
Strong problem-solving abilities, exceptional communication skills, and the capability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Apply today! Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). Show less Show more key responsibilities
Financial Operations:
Oversee daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger, payroll, and cash flow management.
Month-End Close:
Lead and optimize the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
Reconciliations & Reporting:
Review and approve journal entries, bank reconciliations, and balance sheet accounts. Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for management.
Controls & Compliance:
Establish, monitor, and enforce internal accounting controls, policies, and procedures to mitigate risk and protect company assets.
Audit & Tax Support:
Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and tax professionals, managing the preparation of required schedules and documentation.
Team Leadership:
Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of accounting staff (e.g., staff accountants, AP/AR clerks).
Process Improvement:
Identify inefficiencies in current workflows and implement modern software integrations or process updates to streamline accounting operations. experience 4-7 years skills
Certifications:
CPA or CMA designation is highly preferred (but not required). qualifications
Education:
Bachelor?s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience:
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 1?2 years in a supervisory or management role.
Technical Proficiency:
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data analysis) and experience with mid-to-enterprise level ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks Enterprise, Sage, or Microsoft Dynamics).
Knowledge Base:
Deep understanding of US GAAP, financial statement preparation, and internal control frameworks.
Soft Skills:
Strong problem-solving abilities, exceptional communication skills, and the capability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. education Bachelors share this job. send via e-mail print it
