Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert
Accounting Manager Job at Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert in Rockville
Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert, Rockville, MD, United States, 20849
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Accounting Manager. The ideal candidate will have strong financial management experience, a focus on process improvement, and a proven ability to manage month-end close, financial reporting, and budgeting. This role will also be responsible for variance analysis and ensuring the accuracy of financial statements.
Key Responsibilities:
Process Improvement:
- Evaluate, design, and implement process improvements across the finance function to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Standardize accounting processes and controls to ensure consistency and compliance with best practices.
- Manage and oversee the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and adjustments.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
- Analyze financial performance by comparing actual results to budget/forecast, identifying trends and variances.
- Provide detailed variance analysis and recommendations for action based on financial data.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and presentations for executive leadership and external stakeholders.
- Assist with annual audit processes and work with external auditors to ensure compliance.
- Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting.
- Collaborate with department heads to create accurate budgets and forecasts that align with company goals.
- Monitor performance against budget and forecast, providing insights and recommending corrective actions as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; Master's degree a plus.
- Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 2 years in a Controller or similar leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
- Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
- Prior experience in managing financial audits and compliance efforts.