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August Schell Brewing Company

Accounting Manager

August Schell Brewing Company, New Ulm, Minnesota, United States, 56073


Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Accounting Manager provides leadership to all areas of accounting operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, and strategic planning; providing fiscal management and vision necessary to ensure that the company has the proper operational controls and administrative and reporting procedures, ensuring financial strength and operational efficiency.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Direct and oversee all aspects of the organization's finance and accounting functions, including administering and maintaining general ledgers, financial statement reporting, payroll, budget process, and internal controls.Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior managers by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate financial information.Establish financial and operating benchmarks, budgets, and reporting standards monthly and annually.Prepare and coordinate with the finance team to ensure the accurate and timely preparation of monthly board reports, the annual budget, and other ad hoc reports as needed.Manage and coordinate the activities of external accountants in the preparation of annual financial reports in accordance with GAAP and annual tax returns.Continual improvement and development of the budgeting process, guiding leadership, and departmental managers on financial issues impacting departmental budgets and related corrective actions.Provide leadership and professionally interact with management, staff, customers, and vendors to effectively accomplish goals and ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies and procedures.Facilitate external financial institution and insurance broker relationships, overseeing annual renewals, risk management, and mitigation.Manage and evaluate capital and funding plans, providing guidance based on current and future goals.Provide guidance and improvements to the payroll process, with innovative improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, adhering to regulatory reporting standards while remaining knowledgeable of proposed legislation.Oversee, develop, and train the accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong organizational skills, including prioritizing demands while working with minimal direction.Ability to communicate effectively and to all levels of the organization.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.In-depth knowledge of GAAP principles and financial reporting standards and practices.Strong understanding of banking processes and financial data analysis.Working knowledge of national and local tax regulations and compliance reporting.Experience in managing payroll, with a focus on streamlining accounting processes.Exemplary history of financial project management.Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, 5-7 years of professional accounting experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferably in a manufacturing environment.3-5 years experience managing accounting/finance teams.Advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft 365 Suite.CPA or MBA preferredNetsuite ERP knowledge and experiencePaylocity HRIS knowledge and experience are preferredPhysical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.August Schell Brewing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Description

$75,000 to 95,000 based on experience