Accounting Manager

At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a detailed and results-driven Accounting Manager to join our corporate team at our Irvine headquarters.  The ideal candidate will ensure the application of sound accounting principles and practices, demonstrate proficiency in areas related to the general ledger and financial reporting and communicate clearly with all levels of the organization.  This is an opportunity for an individual to utilize their Business and Leadership skills and grow their career in one of the largest sales and marketing agencies in the companies in the Industry.

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What we offer:

• Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Training and Career Development
• Generous Paid Time-Off 

Responsibilities:

• The Accounting Manager oversees general accounting functions and Staff Accountants, is responsible for financial statements, G/L and fixed assets and assists the Divisional Controller as needed.
• Assists in resolving account discrepancies by investigating documentation.
• Oversees revenue by verifying transaction information; Oversees general ledger integrity.
• Assists in preparation of account reconciliations; Ensures accurate financial results by participating in the closing of the monthly and annual accounting cycles.
• Provides assistance for creating forecasts and budgets to managers by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information and trends.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience required; or CPA preferred equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of experience in Accounting
• Supervisory experience
• Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines
• Good written communication and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers

The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Position Summary  

Responsible for financial statements, G/L, fixed assets, and assisting the Divisional Controller as needed. Manages and oversees general accounting functions and Staff Accountants.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

General Ledger Account Problem Resolution

• Assists in resolving account discrepancies by investigating documentation

General Ledger and Accounting Cycle

• Oversees revenue by verifying transaction information
• Oversees general ledger integrity
• Assists in preparation of account reconciliations
• Could include payroll and expense accruals.

Accounts Receivable

• Supervises the collection of past due revenue by corresponding with Clients to resolve delinquent accounts.
• Assist Accounts Payable Department with General Ledger and Job Coding

Analysis Report Preparation

• Ensures accurate financial results by participating in the closing of the monthly and annual accounting cycles.

Fixed Asset Management

• Tracks fixed assets including preparing property tax filings.

Forecasting and Budgeting

• Provides assistance for creating forecasts and budgets to managers by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information and trends.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports

Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources

Indirect Reports

May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports

Travel and/or Driving Requirements

• Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job 

Minimum Qualifications

The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job

Education Level: (Required): Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience               

Field of Study/Area of Experience:  Accounting or Finance, or CPA preferred equivalent work experience

• 5+ years of experience in Accounting
• Supervisory experience

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Good interpersonal skills
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
• Strong prioritization skills
• Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines
• Good written communication and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers
• Advanced knowledge of the financial management process

Environmental & Physical Requirements

Office / Sedentary Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.  Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds. 

Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law.  The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes.  Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.