Empyrean Benefit Solutions
General Accounting Manager - 77
Empyrean Benefit Solutions, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
General Accounting Manager
Houston Headquarters, 3010 Briarpark Dr, Houston, Texas, United States of America Req #77
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Company Description
The General Accounting Manager is responsible for tracking, monitoring and evaluating day-to-day accounting tasks and activities. These tasks are essential to ensure the company's performance and success. The General Accounting Manager is responsible for the provision of general ledgers, records, and financial reports, and the performance of general bookkeeping, can contributing to successful month and quarter closing of accounting books. The General Accounting Manager performs activities related to accounts payable including reviewing for proper coding, as well as weekly process of AP check runs. The General Accounting Manager performs billing activities which include invoice generation and revenue coding. The Accounting Manager also monitors the Credit Memo process, confirming they are properly documented, and determining the most accurate coding and processing treatment. Supervises and directs accounting professionals and support staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises staff to ensure efficient execution of team responsibilities and contributes to career growth of staffOversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to: accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledgerHelp with quarterly and year-end financial audit activities and the annual corporate financial controls auditAssess current practices and procedures, and make recommendations for improvementsPrepare and book journal entries related to prepaid assets, maintaining detail schedules, and completes corresponding reconciliationsResearch and book journal entries for month end operating expense accrualsPrepares and books monthly journal to reserve for bad debts, and quarterly, analyzes bad debt allowance for adequacyMaintain client Credit Memo process, including confirming proper documentation, and determining correct accounting treatment when processing the Credit MemoManage accounts payable process, review AP batches for proper coding, monitor system to ensure timely approval from purchasing party, and process of weekly AP check runsEnsure that all deadlines are met in accordance with closing dates set by managementWork closely with other Empyrean departments to facilitate open communications, to achieve department and company goalsPerform ad hoc analysis and projects as requestedSupervise and/or manage general ledger accounting functionsWork with external auditors to ensure correct and timely closing and reporting at year-endEstablish and maintain fiscal files and records to document transactionsPerform other job-related duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all levels of the organizationStrong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving resultsAdvanced computer skills on MS Office, including Microsoft Excel, and Dynamics General LedgerAbility to manipulate large amounts of dataHigh attention to detail and accuracy
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred but not required
In lieu of Bachelor's degree, equivalent years of experience in business analytics, accounting, finance or a related field
5 years of progressive accounting experience1-2 years of supervisory experience preferred.Thorough knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Or, any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered
Disclaimer: Managers have the right to assign or redesign the responsibilities of the bove mentioned job description without notice and at any time
Empyrean is an Equal Opportunity Employer: including disability and veterans
Other details
Pay Type SalaryEmployment Indicator Seasonal
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
Houston Headquarters, 3010 Briarpark Dr, Houston, Texas, United States of America Req #77
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Company Description
The General Accounting Manager is responsible for tracking, monitoring and evaluating day-to-day accounting tasks and activities. These tasks are essential to ensure the company's performance and success. The General Accounting Manager is responsible for the provision of general ledgers, records, and financial reports, and the performance of general bookkeeping, can contributing to successful month and quarter closing of accounting books. The General Accounting Manager performs activities related to accounts payable including reviewing for proper coding, as well as weekly process of AP check runs. The General Accounting Manager performs billing activities which include invoice generation and revenue coding. The Accounting Manager also monitors the Credit Memo process, confirming they are properly documented, and determining the most accurate coding and processing treatment. Supervises and directs accounting professionals and support staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises staff to ensure efficient execution of team responsibilities and contributes to career growth of staffOversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to: accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledgerHelp with quarterly and year-end financial audit activities and the annual corporate financial controls auditAssess current practices and procedures, and make recommendations for improvementsPrepare and book journal entries related to prepaid assets, maintaining detail schedules, and completes corresponding reconciliationsResearch and book journal entries for month end operating expense accrualsPrepares and books monthly journal to reserve for bad debts, and quarterly, analyzes bad debt allowance for adequacyMaintain client Credit Memo process, including confirming proper documentation, and determining correct accounting treatment when processing the Credit MemoManage accounts payable process, review AP batches for proper coding, monitor system to ensure timely approval from purchasing party, and process of weekly AP check runsEnsure that all deadlines are met in accordance with closing dates set by managementWork closely with other Empyrean departments to facilitate open communications, to achieve department and company goalsPerform ad hoc analysis and projects as requestedSupervise and/or manage general ledger accounting functionsWork with external auditors to ensure correct and timely closing and reporting at year-endEstablish and maintain fiscal files and records to document transactionsPerform other job-related duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all levels of the organizationStrong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving resultsAdvanced computer skills on MS Office, including Microsoft Excel, and Dynamics General LedgerAbility to manipulate large amounts of dataHigh attention to detail and accuracy
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred but not required
In lieu of Bachelor's degree, equivalent years of experience in business analytics, accounting, finance or a related field
5 years of progressive accounting experience1-2 years of supervisory experience preferred.Thorough knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Or, any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered
Disclaimer: Managers have the right to assign or redesign the responsibilities of the bove mentioned job description without notice and at any time
Empyrean is an Equal Opportunity Employer: including disability and veterans
Other details
Pay Type SalaryEmployment Indicator Seasonal
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity