The Accounting Manager will be responsible for managing key accounting functions, including but not limited to: Daily Operations, General Ledger, Developing & Mentoring Accounting Staff, Month-End-Close & Financial Reporting. This role will have one direct report and will work closely with other departments to ensure financial records accurately reflect business operations & promote a culture of collaboration within Dispel.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Oversee the general ledger accounting functions
- Review journal entries prepared by the Accounting Clerk
- Prepare journal entries for review by Treasurer
- Account Reconciliations
- Supervise, train & mentor accounting staff
- Manage daily accounting operations
- Ensure vendor payments are made timely
- Monitor customer receivables
- Take full ownership of month-end & year-end close
- Prepare accurate financial statements
- Review results w/Treasurer
- Lead quarterly Balance Sheet Reviews
- Identify opportunities for process improvements & adjustments to workflows
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and special projects as necessary
- Liaison with other internal departments
What Success Looks Like
- Accounting operations run smoothly, predictably & timely, while maintaining a high level of accuracy
- The GL is accurately maintained & reconciled
- Financial variances are not just identified, but thoroughly understood and clearly communicated
- Viewed as a known collaborative partner across departments
- Staff team feels mentored, engaged, and performs productively under your leadership
- Internal controls and/or process improvements within managed areas are properly documented/updated and consistently applied
Qualifications/Bonus Points
- 5+ years in accounting, with a strong knowledge of GAAP
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required
- CPA license is strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of financial reporting and variance analysis
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with NetSuite is preferred
- Advanced Excel skills
- Proven experience in managing & developing accounting staff
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with non-finance departments
At Dispel you’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Annual Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000
- Competitive salary and performance bonus
- Stock options grant
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Flexible work environment with opportunities for remote work
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. Your exact offer may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
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