Account Manager

Under the direction of the Director of Accounting, the Manager of Accounting is responsible for overseeing the Corporate GL accounting team, which includes the Accounting Manager and Staff Accountant. This position will support the continued growth of the organization by leading the month-end close process, addressing technical accounting matters (including lease accounting), ensuring compliance with GAAP, and maintaining strong internal controls. The ideal candidate has a public accounting/private company mix of experience, is comfortable in a hands-on leadership role, and thrives on problem-solving rather than simply escalating issues. This individual will be a key partner to the Director of Accounting and VP of Finance.

Responsibilities

- Manage the Corporate GL accounting team, providing leadership, mentoring and coaching.

- Responsible for hiring and training for direct reports. Conduct interviews, complete job reviews, set and review professional development goals for direct reports; Audit performance quality and build training plans for direct reports. Ensure staff are motivated and productive.

- Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

- Prepare and/or review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.

- Research and apply technical accounting guidance, with generally accepted accounting principles; particularly related to leases and other complex areas.

- Support the annual financial audit by preparing schedules and serving as a point of contact with external auditors.

- Identify and resolve accounting issues independently, proposing solutions to leadership as needed.

- Collaborate with Operations, FP&A, and IT to support financial reporting and process improvement initiatives.

- Maintains financial policies and procedures and financial controls to assure compliance with company, state, and federal standards.

- Works with the company financial team to create internal controls and policies; follows all company policies and procedures.

- Initiates and supports department by suggesting and aiding with ideas and implementation of process or system improvements. Assist in establishing and maintaining accounting policies, SOPs, and internal controls.

- Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience and minimum 3 years of experience.

- Certified Public Accountant required.

- Prior management experience, ideally with direct oversight of staff.

- High degree of organization and ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.

- Strong computer skills.

- Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to research, analyze, and document positions under GAAP.

- High degree of organization and ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Proficient with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

- Problem solving skills with the ability to dive into technical detail and see the big picture.

Who we are!

RESA Power is a dynamic, people first organization that prides itself on being the employer of choice in its industry! RESA is fortunate to have an extraordinarily talented group of people who take pride in everything they do! RESA Power has locations throughout the United States & Canada. We are a trusted service provider committed to ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of electrical distribution systems. With a track record of long-term partnerships and excellence in customer experience for nearly a decade!

Our Mission

Ensure reliable and safe mission-critical power across our customers’ electrical infrastructure lifecycle.

Our Vision

To be the premier, first-choice, trusted provider in the US and Canada for critical power services and products by delivering the best customer and employee experience in the industry.

Core Cultural Competencies

We do it right

- We pride ourselves on our integrity and expertise. We don’t cut corners.

- You perform job responsibilities safely, efficiently, and thoroughly all day, every day.

- You conduct yourself professionally, ethically, and honestly.

- You display sound judgment and decision-making skills. You avoid choosing courses of action that assume unreasonable risk to yourself or the Company.

- You are on time and preplan time off.

- You produce a quality product.

We are customer driven

- Our number one concern is our customers and our long-term relationships with them prove our dedication.

- You approach job responsibilities with enthusiasm, professionalism, and in a customer focused manner.

- You promote goodwill by handling all contacts (example: coworkers, management, vendors, customers, etc.) with respect, courtesy, cooperation, attentiveness and following instructions from management.

We focus on growth

- We are dedicated to growing the company and our employees.

- You understand & apply your knowledge of techniques, policy, procedures, equipment, and skills involved in the job.

- You seek out new assignments and assume additional duties.

- You seek to expand your abilities (certifications, continuing ed, OTJ experience, etc.).

We solve problems

- Every day is different, so we need to be innovative, decision makers, flexible and adaptable.

- You efficiently and thoroughly complete assignments.

- You perform work assignments independently.

- You propose new ideas and find better ways of doing things.

We get it done

- We are efficient, reliable and no nonsense. We work hard, but we also play hard.

- You follow through on commitments in a timely way.

- You produce easily understandable and accurate reports that meet customer and/or Company expectations.

- You actively listen. You seek advice and help as appropriate.

- You can effectively deliver messages to a variety of individuals (RESA employees, vendors, customers, etc.).

We build strong relationships

- Our leaders are servant leaders. We provide you with the support of a well-run company, but the connectedness of a family. We collaborate with each other and our customers.

- You collaborate to create the best solutions for each other and our customers.

- You build strong relationships within the team, across RESA departments and locations and with customers and vendors.

Additional Information

Travel: Minimal

Job: Full-Time

Location: Houston, TX

Compensation: Pay ranges from $113,00-$150,000+ bonus

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available for highly qualified candidates.

Benefits: Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, anniversary bonuses, Employee Ownership Plan, matching 401k, and paid time off.

Application Details: The position will stay open until filled - seeking one FTE. Apply via job postings on job boards or from the company website.

Physical Demands: Occasionally lifting 25lbs. Position sits completing computer and phone work.

RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

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