Accounting Manager

Description

As a key member of the Finance Team, the Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing core accounting functions including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Contract Accounting, and Revenue Recognition, while leading a team of 5 direct reports. This role ensures compliance with company policies, GAAP standards, and regulatory requirements while supporting accurate financial reporting, audits, and internal controls. The Accounting Manager leads the month-end close process, prepares financial statements, and contributes to process improvements that enhance accounting operational efficiency. In a manufacturing setting, this position plays a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing cost control, ensuring proper revenue recognition, and supporting strategic decision-making across the organization.

• Suppose lease accounting and compliance with ASC 842 and other relevant accounting standards.
• Manage intercompany transactions and consolidations.
• Provide backup support for other accounting roles as needed.
• Review and interpret customer and vendor contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition and expense allocation.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and expense matching.
• Track contract milestones, billing schedules, and performance obligations.
• Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with GAAP and corporate policies.
• Support fixed asset accounting and capital expenditure tracking.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.
• Oversee compliance with tax regulations and support tax filings.
• Maintain and improve accounting policies and procedures to ensure strong internal controls.
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including cash, prepaid expenses, and accruals.
• Ensure compliance with ASC 606 and other relevant accounting standards.
• Support external audits and internal reviews by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Coordinate with Legal, Sales, and Procurement to ensure contracts are properly structured and documented.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a liaison between Finance and other departments including Operations, Engineering, and Procurement.
• Manage daily accounting activities including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and various subledgers.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability.

Requirements

• A “builder” who is comfortable in a continuous improvement culture.
• Strong abilities to use Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with contract accounting, including revenue recognition and contract review
• The individual shall have a minimum of 3+ years’ experience of team leadership
• Strong knowledge of the Accounting Cycle, Journal Entries, Reconciliations
• Has integrity, works transparently, and recognized for treating others with respect.
• Ability to ignite and lead change as a catalyst for improvement.
• Strong leadership skills including ability to think strategically, solve problems and create a motivating team environment.
• The individual shall have a minimum of 8+ years in general accounting with documented progression in complexity, preferably with a manufacturing background.
• Ability to work collaboratively and lead teams in a Teamwork culture.
• Understanding of complex entity structure
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Benefits

Nortek Air Solutions offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. To learn more about Nortek Air Solutions, please visit our company website at http://www.nortekair.com/.

• 401-k match of 4%
• 11 paid holidays
• Company provided health insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options
• Starting at 4 weeks of paid time off for vacation/sick
• Hybrid work option (partially remote)
• Education Reimbursement of $5,250/year for qualifying programs and courses

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance