Position Title: Accounting Manager

Location: Branford, CT

Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000 – Flexible for the right fit

Bonus: Discretionary year end bonus

Benefits: 4 health insurance options, dental, vision, basic life AD&D, short term disability, 401k, PTO and 6 holidays

Job Description:

Develops, implements, and monitors systems for general accounting.
Reviews and analyzes the organization's accounting operation; establishes, develops, and/or recommends economic objectives and policies to management.
Prepares and analyzes financial and operational reports; prepares reports required by regulatory agencies, banks, investors, and other external parties.
Participates in preparation of budgets and forecasts.
Manages monthly accounting close cycle; prepares month-end financial statement.
Reviews and analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
Analyzes, reviews, and audits overall general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable systems.
Coordinates year-end audits.
Hires, trains, supervises, motivates, and develops staff; manages schedules and workflow.
Assigns duties and monitors quality of work; assures staff conforms to organizational policies and procedures and government regulations.
Provides day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates; actively works to promote and recognize performance.
Keeps up to date on overall activities of the team, identifying problem areas and taking corrective actions.
Performs the tasks of direct staff when they are overloaded or on PTO. Must be comfortable doing and supervising the work.

Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises 3 employees: A/P Specialist, A/R Specialist, and General Accountant.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) in accounting or finance or equivalent.
Two to four years related experience or equivalent.
Demonstrated ability to supervise and motivate subordinates.
Advanced Excel knowledge
Commitment to excellence and high standards.
Acute attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work with all levels of management.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
Strong competence in duties and tasks of supervised employees.
Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method.
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Accounting Manager

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