Interim Accounting Manager

We are seeking an Interim Accounting Manager to support a complex, low‑volume finance environment that requires strong technical aptitude and controller‑level skill. This role will function as a hands‑on accounting manager, responsible for month‑end close, commissions, sales tax oversight, credit & collections, and cash application. After an initial training period with the CFO, the position will transition into a 50/50 blend of close responsibilities and operational accounting work.

The ideal candidate is systems‑savvy, embraces AI‑driven process improvement, and thrives in a setting where efficiency and accuracy are essential.

• Month‑End Close
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  Partner closely with the CFO during the first month to learn the full close cycle; perform controller‑level activities within a 3‑day close window; prepare journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and reporting; create and enhance process documentation as the organization incorporates AI and KPI automation into the ERP; act as the accounting manager responsible for ensuring close tasks meet deadlines.
• Commission Calculations
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  Own the monthly commission process from calculation to review; maintain clear documentation and collaborate with sales leadership as needed; ensure accuracy and alignment with compensation structures.
• Sales Tax Oversight
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  Coordinate with the outsourced sales tax provider; review filings and ensure proper accruals and reconciliations; proactively identify and resolve recurring sales‑tax‑related issues that require an experienced accounting manager.
• Credit & Collections
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  Release credit holds and monitor customer credit activity; lead email‑based collections outreach and, when required, escalate to the sales team; maintain strong customer account documentation and aging hygiene; drive improvements in the overall collections process.
• Cash Application
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  Enter and apply customer payments accurately; reconcile unapplied cash and resolve discrepancies promptly; support tight cash‑flow visibility as part of the accounting manager responsibilities.

• Strong month‑end close experience with the ability to quickly learn a new close framework.
• Experience handling sales tax, credit, and collections issues end‑to‑end.
• High proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and general data analysis.
• Strong system aptitude and ability to learn ERPs and tools quickly.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent follow‑through and documentation skills.
• Comfortable operating in a low‑volume, high‑complexity environment.

• Acumatica ERP experience — significant plus.
• Experience leveraging AI for reporting, KPIs, or workflow automation.
• Background in ERP optimization, process automation, or finance transformation.
• Prior experience as an accounting manager in a similar hybrid or evolving structure.
• Strong process documentation skills.

The ideal accounting manager for this interim role is curious, resourceful, and excited about using technology to streamline workflows. They are equally comfortable with hands‑on accounting tasks and higher‑level close responsibilities. They take ownership, communicate proactively, and implement solutions that reduce recurring issues in sales tax, credit, and collections. This is a strong opportunity for an accounting manager who enjoys improving processes while keeping daily operations running smoothly.