SUMMARY STATEMENT/POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Accounting Manager position is responsible for all areas related to internal financial reporting to ensure an accurate and timely month end close. The Accounting Manager role juggles tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including, but not limited to, month end close, budget to actual financial statement preparation and analysis, staff accountant and clerical staff supervision and year-end audit preparation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBLITIES:
• Produces accurate internal financial statements on a timely basis for select subsidiaries
• Oversees budget to actual analysis for select HLG subsidiaries.
• Reviews bank accounts and balance sheet account reconciliations for select subsidiaries
• Documents all policies and procedures developed by the accounting department
• Assists in development and maintenance of accounting measurables
• Assists with the coordination of annual audit. Prepares audit schedules as necessary
• Performs other duties as directed by the Assistant Controller, Corporate Controller or CFO
SPECIAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE OR QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• 5-7 years of accounting work experience
• MBA/CPA preferred
• SAP experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Thorough understanding of all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. Ability to learn additional accounting skills as necessary.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong organizational, analytical, written and oral communication skills
