Job Title:
Senior Accounting Manager (Hybrid)Department:Location:Reports To:Accounting & FinanceDuluth, GAControllerFLSA Status: Exempt From recycling and consulting to shredding and transportation, The Wilmington Group blends four dynamic companies handling almost two million tons of material annually. With strategically located recycling and destruction facilities, a worldwide brokerage network and in-house logistical expertise, The Wilmington Group maximizes value in fiber for its customers while making a positive impact on the environment.
Position Summary:
We are looking for a talented and motivated individual to join our team and help lead our accounting department. You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting team, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage the organization's accounting operations, including timely closing and accurate financial reporting.
- Supervise, mentor, and train an accounting team of four staff with responsibilities of general ledger, intercompany, fixed assets, cost accounting, and payroll.
- Review journal entries, schedules, and reconciliations prepared by accountants.
- Ensure that all accounting processes adhere with GAAP and current financial legislation.
- Analyze financial data and identify trends to inform decision-making.
- Monitor and analyze financial performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure efficient and effective accounting operations.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial records.
- Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures.
- Stay abreast of changes in the accounting industry and recommend changes as needed.
- Assist with annual audit and tax return preparation.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Yes, staff of 2-4.
Travel Demands:
Anticipated travel is less than 10%
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; Master's degree preferred; CPA is a plus.
- Prior experience in manufacturing cost accounting.
- Minimum 10 years of experience working in accounting or a related field.
- Experience working in a managerial role.
- Proven track record in process improvement and new system implementation.
Computer/Technical Skills:
- Must be proficient in a variety of computer software applications, including advanced technical skills in Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point.
- Experience with Microsoft accounting software is a plus.
Required Skills:
- Experience driving process improvement within an accounting organization.
- Possess strategic thinking, change leadership skills and demonstrated ability to effect change and continuous improvement across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Comprehensive understanding of accounting transactions and how journal entries and other transactions affect various aspects of the general ledger.
- Must be self-directed and demonstrate ability to meet competing demands and priorities.
- Demonstrates excellent communication, people, and organizational skills.
- Works well with others, builds positive and professional relationships within and across teams, and collaborates effectively.
- Detail oriented, highly organized, and strong attention to accuracy
- Able to multi-task and handle large volumes of transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is located in an office. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.BENEFITS: The Wilmington Group offers a competitive Benefits package to include Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k match. We also offer Paid Time Off and Holiday pay.If interested, please apply for immediate consideration, and come join our team!
The Wilmington Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. For more information, please review the "
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