Accounting Manager

Job Title: Accounting Manager Responsibilities: - Financial Oversight & Reporting: Lead month-end and year-end closing processes while ensuring full compliance with GAAP, local tax regulations, and statutory reporting standards. - Team Leadership & Development: Supervise, mentor, and build the accounting team, fostering professional growth and establishing effective operational workflows. - Budgeting & Forecasting: Direct annual budget preparation, multi-currency financial forecasting, and variance analysis to deliver actionable business insights to executive leadership. - Internal Controls & Process Optimization: Evaluate and strengthen internal controls, tax compliance procedures, and financial accounting systems (such as QuickBooks and SAP). - Cross-Functional Communication: Present financial reports, cash flow analyses, and performance metrics clearly to non-financial stakeholders and executive decision-makers. Qualifications: Education and Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field • Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance • At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role • Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards • Proven experience in budget preparation, financial forecasting, and analysis Technical Skills: • Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks and SAP • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications • Solid understanding of tax regulations, compliance, and reporting requirements Leadership and Soft Skills: • Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop a team • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills • Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in a manufacturing or construction-related industry • Familiarity with international accounting standards and multi-currency transactions • Proven track record in improving financial processes and implementing internal controls