Accounting Manager

Description

SUMMARY:

The Accounting Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for the integrity of the company's daily financial operations and the successful completion of critical department-wide projects. This role requires a candidate who can mentor a small team (AR/AP) and manage external partners (tax/audit firms) while simultaneously acting as the primary driver for the final stages of a new ERP implementation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Hands-On Operational Management

- Full-Cycle Month-End Close:
Personally oversee and execute the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes to ensure GAAP-compliant, timely reporting.

- AR/AP Supervision:
Directly supervise daily Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable operations, ensuring accurate processing, optimized cash flow, and swift resolution of discrepancies.

- General Ledger & Reconciliations:
Maintain the general ledger and perform reconciliations, identifying and correcting errors to ensure data integrity.

- Small Team Mentorship:
Actively mentor and train AP/AR staff, providing performance evaluations and guidance to foster a high-performing, disciplined team.

- Fixed Assets & Depreciation:
Oversee the recording of capital assets and determine appropriate depreciation rates in accordance with tax code revisions.

- Review periodic inventory counts and ensure systematic accuracy between the physical warehouse and ERP. Willing to physically count inventory during year end.

2. ERP Project Leadership (Implementation & Testing)

- ERP Project Completion:
Lead the final phases of the ERP implementation, including data migration, system testing, and troubleshooting to ensure a seamless transition.

- End-User Testing (UAT):
Conduct rigorous testing of financial modules and workflows to ensure system outputs align with business requirements and internal controls.

- Post-Launch Optimization:
Continuously review and optimize the new system processes to improve departmental efficiency and reporting accuracy.

3. Audit, Tax, & HQ Compliance

- External Audit Liaison:
Coordinate with external audit firms and Headquarters (HQ), ensuring all audit requests are fulfilled accurately and supporting documentation is justified.

- Tax Firm Management:
Manage relationships and data flow with external tax firms to ensure accurate sales tax and income tax filings and compliance.

- Internal Controls:
Establish and enforce internal control frameworks to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with corporate governance.

- HQ Reporting:
Prepare and submit all financial documentation and schedules.

4. Budgeting & Financial Analysis

- Budgeting & Variance Analysis:
Lead the annual budget process and monitor monthly variances to provide management with actionable financial insights.

- Economic Strategy:
Recommend modifications to existing programs and strategies based on financial performance and tax code revisions.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

Key Attributes for Success

- "Many Hats" Mentality:
Comfortable pivoting from high-level audit strategy to hands-on transaction troubleshooting in a small company environment.

- Systems Mindset:
Strong technical aptitude for ERP systems (currently Sage
100 moving to Acumatica) and advanced Excel skills.

- Values-Driven:
Leads by example, embodying core company values of continuous improvement, discipline, and customer satisfaction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR

EXPERIENCE:

- Master's degree in accounting or business administration preferred.

- 10+ years of experience in full accounting functions.

- Managerial experience. Minimum of 3+ years. 5+ years preferred with a similar sized company.

COMPUTER

SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have experience with any accounting software, MS Office Suites, and Google Workspace.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

- CPA is preferred

Manufacturing or distribution accounting

ERP system experience, Acumatica experience preferred but not required

Experience in companies around $50mil - $100mil in revenue

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Smyrna, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

401k matching PTO Health dental vision

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Smyrna,GA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

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