Corporate Accounting Manager
Title: Corporate Accounting Manager
Industry: Construction and Engineering
Location: Long Beach
Overview: Pacific Executive Search has been engaged on a search for a Corporate Accounting Manager in Long Beach, within the Construction and Engineering industry, due to growth and finance transformation initiatives. As a key member of the general ledger accounting team, you would manage a team, lead process improvements, and support the implementation of new systems, enhancing your leadership skills and technical expertise. This opportunity offers you the chance to take on new responsibilities, work in a dynamic industry, and contribute to a company dedicated to safety, innovation, and operational excellence.
Description:
**Responsibilities**
- Supervise daily accounting tasks, such as general accounting duties, month-end closure, and preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations.
- Lead the Accounts Payable team to ensure accurate and timely processing of vendor payments, employee reimbursements, general ledger coding, and related accounting entries.
- Review invoice batches and payment runs to ensure accurate posting and align with cash flow management objectives.
- Offer guidance, support, and coaching to promote high performance and collaborative teamwork within the Accounts Payable team.
- Develop, implement, and document accounts payable processes and procedures to enhance internal controls and prevent payment errors and fraud.
- Identify and implement process improvements, including accounts payable automation, to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
- Compile, analyze, and report financial data, including payments and cash flow, for management insights and decision-making.
- Oversee employee reimbursement requests, travel expenses, and related reporting to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Maintain positive vendor relationships, manage vendor applications, tax forms, and other documentation.
- Support the annual audit process, collaborating with the finance team to meet requirements.
- Oversee 1099 processing and ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations.
- Manage technology and software associated with accounts payable and remittance processing functions.
**Qualifications**
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; strong knowledge of accounting principles (US GAAP) and financial reporting standards.
- Ability to identify complex issues, develop options, and implement effective solutions.
- Demonstrated skills in leading and motivating a team, with the ability to set clear priorities and foster a collaborative environment.
- Exceptional ability to communicate accurately, concisely, and efficiently.