Accounting Assistant Manager

Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Assistant Manager to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will support various accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations. This role is essential in maintaining financial records and assisting with the preparation of reports. The Accounting Assistant will work closely with other team members to facilitate smooth financial operations.  Contract 1 year Located in Plano, TX  Offering $33-34/hr. 

Duties

·              Lead and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting in compliance with GAAP.

·              Preparation, documentation, processing, and filing of accounting and financial information, while ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.

·              Oversee the general ledger management and financial statement preparation, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and completeness of financial records.

·              Act as the primary liaison for external and internal audits; ensure audit readiness and coordinate audit activities and documentation.

·              Manage responses to inquiries and audits from the IRS, State, and other tax authorities; lead the resolution of complex tax issues and filings.

·              Provide tax planning insights by researching and consulting on various corporate and operational tax matters.

·              Direct and supervise the accounting team, providing performance feedback, coaching, and development to ensure team efficiency and accuracy.

·              Serve as a financial advisor to the Finance Leader by identifying financial risks and opportunities, contributing to strategic decision-making, and supporting fiscal planning across the business unit.

·              Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in accounting and financial processes; recommend and implement process improvements, automation, and system upgrades to enhance efficiency and control.

·              Collaborate cross-functionally to align financial goals and operational objectives, and provide financial insight to support business strategies.

·              Assist with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities; provide variance analysis and actionable insights to leadership.

·              Ensure internal controls are properly designed, implemented, and monitored to safeguard company assets and maintain compliance with all financial policies and procedures.

·              Foster a collaborative team environment by participating in cross-training and knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance team capability and business continuity.

·              Contribute to the development of departmental policies, procedures, and strategic goals, aligning accounting operations with organizational objectives.

Requirements/Qualifications:

·              A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.

·              3 - 7 years of experience in Accounting or related experience required

·              Ability to collect and analyze data to report so that management may perform strategic analysis

·              Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information

·              Strong knowledge of financial, cost, management accounting principles and internal controls

·              Strong knowledge of US GAAP/ accounting theory