We are looking for a dedicated Accounting Manager to lead and oversee accounting operations in our organization located in Petersburg, Virginia. This role requires a proactive individual with expertise in payroll, benefits administration, and HR processes, who is ready to take ownership of the department’s functions. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills and a meticulous approach to managing financial tasks and compliance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local and federal regulations.<br>• Oversee benefits administration, including enrollment, updates, and communication with employees.<br>• Handle HR-related tasks such as onboarding and offboarding employees, maintaining proper documentation and records.<br>• Post banking transactions and perform account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and accounting principles.<br>• Lead month-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Collaborate with auditors during financial statement audits to provide necessary documentation and support.<br>• Supervise and support clerical staff in their day-to-day operations.<br>• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring all entries are accurate and properly categorized.<br>• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounting department.
<p>The Accounting Manager is responsible for maintaining the accounting processes and controls needed to report financial results in a public reporting entity. The Accounting Manager will ensure timely preparation of financial reports, accurate cost accounting practices, and internal control & compliance (“SOX”) of all applicable accounting, inventory and procurement processes for the facility. The scope of responsibilities includes:</p><p>• Accounting activities including revenue recognition, inventory, and fixed asset accounting under US GAAP and SEC regulations.</p><p>• Maintaining and improving the accounting systems, processes, and internal controls necessary to accurately and efficiently report financial results.</p><p>• Act as a key leader in change management within the accounting organization; identifying ways to streamline processes and implement “best practices.”</p><p>• Ensure compliance with internal controls (“SOX”) as related to accounting processes, including but not limited to revenue recognition, monthly close, procurement and inventory accounting.</p><p>• Proactively plan, organize and prioritize risk management involved in financial, internal control, tax, and bank audits.</p><p>• Partnering with operations and sales teams; ability to translate business needs into actionable accounting initiatives.</p><p>• Partnering with Plant Controller to develop, implement and execute accounting processes as required to meet facility and corporate objectives.</p>