Manager, Accounting

PurposeOversee and optimize day-to-day accounting operations for a rapidly growing, private-equity-backed home services company specializing in pest control and pool services, generating ~$160M in annual revenue.This role ensures accurate financial reporting, disciplined close processes, and scalable accounting infrastructure to support acquisition-driven growth, multi-entity operations, and field-level profitability insights.Key Contributions1. Financial Close & Reporting• Own and lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple entities• Ensure GAAP-compliant financial statements and accurate general ledger activity• Oversee consolidations across branches, service lines (pest + pool), and acquired entities• Deliver executive reporting packages including:o Variance analysiso Operational insightso EBITDA performance by branch/service line• Maintain governance of chart of accounts and master data2. Operational Accounting (Home Services Focus)• Oversee:o Accounts Payable (AP)o Payroll accountingo Fixed assets• Ensure accurate accounting for:o Recurring service revenue (pest contracts & pool service plans)o Prepaid service agreementso Fleet vehicles and route-based operationso Field equipment and chemical/treatment inventory• Maintain financial accuracy across multi-branch, route-based service operations3. Private Equity & Acquisition Support• Support acquisition lifecycle:o Financial due diligenceo Purchase accounting & PPAo Post-close integration• Lead accounting integration efforts:o Chart of accounts alignmento ERP/system migrationso Internal control standardization• Ensure acquired businesses are integrated into:o Consolidated reportingo KPI trackingo Compliance frameworks4. KPI & Operational Performance Reporting• Partner with operations to deliver insights on:o Branch-level profitabilityo Technician productivity and route efficiencyo Revenue per route / service line• Track and report:o Adjusted EBITDA by branch/regiono Cost-to-serve metricso Support leadership decision-making with actionable financial data5. Internal Controls & Compliance• Strengthen and maintain internal controls across all entities• Ensure compliance with:o GAAPo Lender covenantso Tax (sales, payroll, multi-state)• Manage relationships with:o External auditorso Lenderso Tax advisors6. Leadership & Process Optimization• Lead and develop a team (AP, and accounting staff; ~3-5 direct reports)• Drive adoption of:o Automation toolso AI-enabled accounting workflowso Data analytics (Power BI or similar)Success MetricsFinancial Close & Accuracy• Monthly close completed within =5-7 business days• =98-99% GL accuracy (minimal audit adjustments)• 100% balance sheet reconciliations completed monthlyReporting & Insights• Financial reporting packages delivered 100% on time each cycle• Variance explanations completed for =95% of material variances (>5%)• EBITDA reporting accuracy within ±2% of final audited resultsOperational Performance• Branch-level reporting coverage: 100% of locations• Improve visibility into:• Technician productivity (tracked monthly)• Revenue per route (tracked monthly)• Identify and implement =3 process or cost improvements annuallyAcquisition Integration• New acquisitions fully integrated within:• 30-60 days (financial reporting)• 90 days (full system + control integration)• Zero material reporting disruptions post-integrationCompliance & Controls• Zero material audit findings• 100% compliance with lender reporting deadlines• Sales/payroll tax filings completed 100% on timeTeam & Process Efficiency• Reduce manual journal entries by 10-20% annually via automation• Improve close cycle efficiency by ~1 day within first 12 months• Maintain high team retention and engagementGrowth Impact• Enables scalable financial infrastructure for acquisition-driven growth• Enhances branch-level decision-making through operational KPIs• Strengthens private equity and lender confidence through disciplined reporting• Drives efficiency through automation, AI, and system improvementsCapabilities & Strengths• Analytical Decision-Making: Translates financial data into operational insights• Operational Discipline: Strong close process ownership and attention to detail• Leadership: Builds and develops high-performing accounting teams• Technology & Innovation: Leverages AI, automation, and data tools• Business Acumen: Deep understanding of home services operations (route-based, recurring revenue)RequirementsRequired Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience• Prior leadership experience (team management)• Strong GAAP knowledge• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced ExcelPreferred Qualifications• CPA certification• Experience in:o Private equity-backed environmentso Multi-location or home services businesseso Acquisition integration and scaling finance functions• Experience with:o NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar ERPo Paylocity (payroll)o Power BI or similar analytics toolsSalary Description