Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager role will be responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and managing the organization's accounting operations, including general ledger management, financial reporting, month-end close, and internal controls. In addition, this role will partner with highly skilled professionals across the business to ensure accuracy, drive process improvements, and support strategic financial decision-making. This candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about maintaining financial integrity and operational excellence. In addition, the person in this role will have the mentality to think like a business owner and take a proactive yet collaborative approach to accomplishing organizational goals. This position reports directly to the Controller or Chief Financial Officer.

Here's what you'll do:

• Gain a deep understanding of our client's business model and identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve financial performance.
• Assist different departments in applying the correct accounting treatments for intricate or unusual transactions.
• Provide exceptional service and support to assigned divisions, acting as a liaison and advocate between them and corporate leadership.
• Conduct monthly analyses and reviews of assigned divisions' general ledgers, job costing information, and operational metrics to ensure accuracy.
• Train and guide assigned teams on accounting systems, policies, and procedures.
• Lead the monthly and quarterly accounting closing process for assigned divisions.
• (Optional) Supervise other accounting team members, following company policies and adhering to labor laws. This may include interviewing, hiring, training, performance reviews, and employee relations.

To be successful, you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, with 4-5 years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 3+ years of public accounting experience, preferably with Big 4 firms.
• Experience in the homebuilding industry using JD Edwards, particularly G/L and Job Cost modules (a plus).
• Familiarity with job costing environments is preferred.
• CPA certification strongly preferred (exceptional experience may be considered in lieu of CPA).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with personnel across all levels, from clerical staff to executives.
• A customer service mindset, recognizing that Corporate Accounting is a support function.
• Initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong project management skills to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Professional communication skills to convey complex financial concepts to non-accounting professionals.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a plus.