West Hartford, Connecticut
General Accounting Manager Job Opening in West Hartford, Connecticut - General Accounting Manager
A West Hartford Construction Company, with offices around the country, is currently searching for a Controller to join its dynamic team. As the General Accounting Manager, you will play a key role in increasing productivity and maximizing operating efficiency within the organization. This challenging and rewarding role seeks an experienced, self-driven individual who understands leadership and enjoys responsibility.
Principal Duties:
Accurately prepare, analyze, and disseminate financial management reports including job costing, work in progress, accounts receivable aging, cash forecast, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position.
Support and participate in cost analyses, actual to budget analysis, and other variance reporting, as needed.
Maintain annual budget; calculate variances from budget and report significant issues to management.
Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.
Perform detailed analysis of balance sheet and profit and loss accounts compared to plan and prior year.
Prepare schedules for and interact with outside auditors and tax preparers to prepare financial statements and federal, state, and local reports and tax returns; comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and file returns in a timely manner.
Review financial statements for accuracy.
Management Duties:
Hire, train, supervise and manage all Accounting Department personnel, including accounts payable and receivable accounting clerks, based on needs of the department.
Manage the direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Accounting Department staff.
Review and ensure timely completion of journal entries, general ledger, and month-end closing calendar deadlines and various account reconciliations.
Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll related processes such as tax withholding, benefit and retirement withholding, and processing of payroll for hourly, salaried and commissioned personnel.
Minimum Experience:
4 Year Bachelor?s Degree in Accounting; CPA or MBA preferred.
6-8+ years? experience in Accounting required. Small Business Accounting Environment preferred.
Knowledge of Multiple State Tax Laws an Asset.
Experience in Accounting in Construction Industry an Asset.
Experience with Foundation a plus.
Demonstrated and meaningful supervisory skills.
This role must fit in the logical progression of your already successful career.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook; Excellent spreadsheet skills are critical.
Strong organizational and management skills.
Ability to review and interpret contracts a plus.
NO RELOCATION CONSIDERED.
This company is an equal opportunity employer. The offices and grounds are smoke free.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $75,000.00 to $85,000.00 /year
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