Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager is responsible for oversight of the Accounting Department for a variety of essential functions including, but not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, month end close, maintenance of the general ledger, and ensuring the preparation and distribution of timely and accurate financial reports.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversight of accounts payable through the organization’s accounting software and ERP system, including management of staff, proper posting of invoices, check runs, credit card payments, and vendor communications.
• Oversight of accounts receivable through the organization’s accounting software and ERP system, including management of staff, proper posting of invoices, cash receipts, collections, and customer communications.
• Management of daily bank deposits
• Maintenance of all general ledger accounts
• Coordinate and oversee annual bank and CPA audits
• Ensure proper storage and maintenance of all accounting documents and records
• Communicate with CPA to complete fixed asset reconciliations and maintain accurate depreciation schedules
• Management and reconciliation of prepaid expenses
• Coordinate and oversee all functions of month-end close
• Sales tax collection and remittance
• Setup and maintain all customer and vendor records within the accounting software
• Ensure preparation and distribution of timely and accurate financial reports
• Interview, hire, and train accounting staff
• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles
• Assign projects and direct staff to ensure compliance and accuracy
• Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions
• Meet financial accounting objectives
• Lead employees to meet the organization's expectations for productivity, quality, and goal accomplishment
• Maintain employee work schedules including assignments, training, vacations, etc.
• Conduct constructive and timely employee performance reviews
• Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned
• Responsible for maintaining a safe and clean work environment while complying with company procedures regarding safety and environmental regulations

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent management and supervisory skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in accounting and tax preparation software
• Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable Federal and State OSHA regulations along with maintaining ISO and IATF requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAPP) & International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Solid managerial skills and ability to function in a supervisory role
• Knowledge of contract law
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to function as a team player
• Ability to function in a leadership role
• Ability to work with scheduled deadlines

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required
• Three (3) to five (5) years financial closing experience (month-end and year-end) required
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive accounting experience
• Minimum two (2) to three (3) years supervisory experience is required
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at times
• Able to travel as needed

Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States.

Branex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws.

Branex Group offers the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k)

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.