About the Role :

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategically minded Accounting Manager to lead the financial reporting and operational accounting efforts. This is a high-impact role ideal for someone with a strong accounting foundation and a proven ability to produce clear financial insights and reporting deliverables. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments—especially within small business or private equity-backed organizations —and is comfortable managing financial relationships and partnering with executive leadership.

Note - Location is best accessed by car.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting:

• Lead full-cycle monthly close, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and present monthly financial statements to internal and external stakeholders.

Accounts Receivable:

• Monitor AR aging and drive initiatives to meet DSO targets.
• Oversee collections and guide team performance to optimize cash flow.

Accounts Payable:

• Manage AP systems and processes to ensure efficient, on-time vendor payments.
• Maintain internal controls and compliance across the payables cycle.

Billing Optimization:

• Streamline billing operations to improve process efficiency and accuracy.
• Implement automation tools and strategies to reduce errors and delays.

Inventory Accounting:

• Coordinate periodic inventory counts and investigate variances.
• Ensure accurate inventory costing and alignment with accounting standards.

Job Profitability:

• Maintain reliable job costing and profitability tracking within the ERP system.
• Partner with project teams to analyze and improve margin performance

Financial Reporting & Dashboards:

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements , including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Develop and maintain monthly financial dashboards to monitor KPIs and business performance metrics for internal stakeholders.
• Prepare quarterly Board of Directors presentations , including financial performance summaries, variance analysis, and key business insights.

Banking & Cash Flow:

• Manage banking relationships , including oversight of accounts, loan compliance, and treasury activities.
• Perform regular cash flow analysis and forecasting , ensuring the company maintains optimal liquidity and financial stability.
• Monitor working capital and recommend improvements to enhance cash efficiency.

Strategic & Operational Finance:

• Provide support for budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.
• Contribute to financial process improvements and assist with the implementation of scalable accounting systems and controls.

IT Support :

• Manage the organization’s software, hardware, and overall IT infrastructure, ensuring systems are available, reliable, secure, and up to date.
• Partner with the CEO to develop the IT budget and oversee vendor relationships to support operational and strategic goals.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or other relevant professional certification is highly preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management.
• Direct experience working with small businesses and/or private equity-backed companies is strongly preferred.
• Experience preparing executive presentations and managing external financial relationships (e.g., banks, auditors, etc.).

Skills:

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial acumen.
• Proficient in accounting systems (e.g., SAGE, MS Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and confidently.
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and able to thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-changing environment.