Accounting Manager

The candidate should be analytical, detail-oriented, honest, and should possess excellent leadership and interpersonal skills as well as a strong understanding of accounting and management principles, financial legislation, and taxation. The candidate should have keen problem solving and listening skills. This candidate must have the ability to work independently.RESPONSIBILITIES:Manage all aspects of financial reporting, accounting, etc., including but not limited to Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, GL, invoicing, investment accounts and banking.Oversee and review quarterly, monthly, and annual internal reports and updates.Assist Project Managers with monthly invoicing and collections.Assist management with important financial decisions and the budgeting processWork closely with the HR manager to process payroll, 401k, and review benefit activity.Preparation and review of annual financial statements.Streamline and maintain consistent accounting policies, practices and procedures across all programs while adhering to accepted accounting standards.Manage/Train/Hire/Motivate accounting staff and other employees on financial procedures in a way that creates an environment of trust and productivity.Effectively manage external relationships with our CPA, banking and financial institutions, and MassDOT.DUTIES:Managing small team.Processing accounting transactions with accuracy across multiple cost centers.The month-end close process, account reconciliations, and key metric reporting.Preparation of the monthly financial reporting package.Analyzing GL account activity and account reconciliations.Providing detailed analysis and explanations for all transactions.Maintaining and updating department processes and procedures.Assist with other projects as needed.QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent.12+ years practical accounting experience, including experience with job cost accounting.5 years in a management and supervisory role.