Accounting Manager

Job Description: The Accounting Manager will report directly to the Vice President of Finance and be responsible for financial reporting, general accounting, regulatory and tax compliance, M&A integration support, vendor payments and ensuring the delivery of timely and accurate financial statements and related analysis. This leadership role will be a critical partner to the Vice President of Finance as the company continues to scale organically and through acquisition. Essential job functions and duties, including but not limited to: Responsible for coordination and completion of month-end Close activities according to tight deadlines Responsible for the preparation and delivery of the financial reporting and analysis to Corporate and Branch Management, US Regional office and Group office in Sweden Responsible for establishing and maintaining the Company’s accounting policies and procedures for adherence to relevant GAAP Responsible for establishing and maintaining internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records and safeguarding of company assets Responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable, core employee expense reports, and all internal purchases, including capital expenditures Support financial and tax audits Assist with the integration of acquired entities Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization; create and promote a positive team environment Must be able to apply sound judgment beyond a specific set of instructions and apply knowledge to different factual situations Manage a team of direct reports, including staff accountants and AP specialist, and a customer facing Billing & Collections team supervisor; ensure the team is focused and motivated Other duties as assigned Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA (preferred) A minimum of 10 years of experience with accrual accounting required, acquisition integration experience preferred Financial Management experience required Required Skills Experience with financial modeling preferred Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and IBM Cognos Controller, preferred Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite of products, in particular, Excel and Word Ability and willingness to keep and maintain confidential information Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and continuous process improvement mindset. Must be able to multitask, prioritize, and organize efficiently while maintaining a positive attitude Be able to work in a team-based environment Have strong oral and written communication skills Ability to perform the essential job functions, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards safely and successfully Regular and punctual attendance Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone Physical Requirements Requires constant (67% - 100% of the time) sitting, standing, walking, reaching writing and typing Requires constant ability to move freely about the office Requires hearing and vision corrected to normal range Requires ability to constantly operate office equipment Requires gross motor coordination and finger dexterity Supervisory Responsibilities Direct Reports including but not limited to: Accounts Payable Specialist, and Staff Accountant(s)