Senior Accounting Manager

J MAR’s client, a regional HVAC equipment wholesaler, seeks a Senior Accounting Manager to lead two accounting teams (8–10 employees total). This role is responsible for accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and effective team leadership.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations

- Prepare accurate monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

- Ensure internal controls are followed and financial statements contain no material misstatements.

- Oversee month-end close, including review of journal entries, reconciliation completion, and reporting accuracy.

- Prepare monthly financial business review reports and management analysis.

- Support the annual external financial audit by providing complete and accurate schedules.

- Ensure compliance with state and local tax filing requirements, including sales and property taxes.

- Assist with the annual budgeting cycle.

- Oversee accounts receivable credit management and ensure adherence to company credit policies.

- Ensure cash-handling procedures and bank deposit requirements are followed.

- Oversee accounts payable to ensure vendors are paid within terms with proper documentation.

- Ensure accurate processing of all payments in compliance with company policy.

- Maintain strong working relationships with internal departments and external customers.

Team Leadership & Development

- Conduct annual performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and corrective actions as necessary.

- Hold regular team meetings and ensure staff stay informed on policies, procedures, and changes.

- Participate in hiring, recruiting, and interviewing within established guidelines.

- Provide regular training to ensure staff maintain required technical skills.

- Develop team members by offering learning opportunities and preparing high-performing employees for promotion.

REQUIREMENTS

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.

- 3+ years of experience directly managing accounting staff. - 8+ years of professional accounting experience; public accounting or public company experience preferred.

- Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control best practices.

- Ability to create, interpret, and analyze financial reports.

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

- Experience with ERP or financial systems (preferred but not required).

- Experience in wholesale is helpful but not required.

- Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- High attention to detail and accuracy.

- Ability to collaborate across departments and communicate with external stakeholders.

- Ability to travel to Dallas, Texas, as needed; initially may require monthly in-person training and meetings.