Accounting Manager

About This Role

Manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Receivable and General Ledger teams within the Shared Services Organization, ensuring accurate postings, compliance, timely month-end close, and effective reporting. This role supports operational efficiency and contributes to strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day SSO teams and projects, engaging stakeholders to deliver responsive, high‑quality service
• Foster a supportive and Active Caring environment, developing a high-performing team through training, coaching, and mentoring
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert, process owner, and primary point of contact for assigned workstreams and business centers
• Prioritize urgent and non‑standard stakeholder requests to ensure timely response and issue resolution
• Develop and communicate operational processes that promote standardization, automation, and efficiency
• Assess and identify workforce and system resource needs to ensure workstream activities and Service Level Agreements are met
• Ensure work complies with internal policies, industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality expectations
• Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration and knowledge sharing across the SSO
• Oversee general ledger activities, including auditing and posting journal entries, cash receipts, and cash applications
• Review and approve journal entries prepared by the team
• Maintain and communicate the monthly close schedule to ensure timely and accurate period‑end reporting

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
• 8+ years of relevant experience
• 4-5 years of experience leading a team
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and GAAP
• Analytic ability to review and assess financial data, interpret trends, and recognize inconsistencies
• Proficient in financial systems and Microsoft Office applications with advanced Excel skills
• Proficiency in ERP systems and shared services platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday, Coupa)
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools including Excel, Power BI, and Tableau
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, with 4-5 years leading a team

Nice to Have

• Project management skills (e.g., Agile, Lean, Six Sigma methodologies)
• Knowledge of process automation (RPA, AI‑driven workflows)
• Construction industry experience

Skills

* Required skills