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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing accounting operations, including general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls. Proven ability to drive process improvements and ensure compliance with accounting standards in a fast-paced environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Bachelor's Degree In AccountingCPA7+ Years Of Progressive Accounting ExperienceStrong Working Knowledge Of General Ledger AccountingExperience With ERP Systems
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Hard Skills
Financial ReportingAccount ReconciliationsMonthly Close ProcessInternal ControlsProcess ImprovementTransaction AccuracyData IntegrityAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention To Detail
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility To Influence StakeholdersCollaboration Across Functional TeamsAbility To Work Independently
Tools & Technologies
ERP SystemsFinancial Reporting ToolsExcelJD Edwards
Certifications & Qualifications
CPA
Industry Keywords
Distribution ExperienceOperationally Complex BusinessesInventory AccountingOperational BillingService RevenueRental Accounting
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Oversee and actively participate in daily accounting activities
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Review general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and balance sheet accounts
- Monitor and resolve accounting discrepancies, aged reconciling items, and transaction-processing issues
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, cash application, collections, and related accounting activities
- Ensure transactions are recorded accurately in accordance with company policies and accounting standards
- Prepare and review financial statements, operating reports, account analyses, and supporting schedules
- Maintain internal controls, documentation, and audit readiness
- Partner with divisional leadership to explain financial results, investigate variances, and address performance issues
- Evaluate accounting processes and identify inefficiencies, control gaps, manual work, and improvement opportunities
- Streamline workflows, simplify procedures, reduce recurring errors, and standardize accounting practices
- Develop and implement solutions to improve transaction accuracy, processing speed, accounting efficiency, and data integrity
- Establish procedures, process ownership, accountability, and key performance indicators
- Drive change initiatives through implementation and measurable results
- Partner with Operations, Sales, Shared Services, and Finance stakeholders to resolve process breakdowns
- Support new systems, accounting tools, reporting processes, and organizational initiatives
- Ensure compliance with policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
- Identify control weaknesses and implement corrective actions
- Coordinate internal and external audit requests
- Provide direction, coaching, and support to divisional accounting personnel
- Establish performance expectations, reinforce accountability, and identify training needs
- Collaborate with corporate Finance and Accounting leadership to align divisional practices with company-wide objectives
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
- CPA
- Distribution experience
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar role
- Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and the monthly close process
- Demonstrated experience managing hands-on accounting operations and resolving complex transactional or accounting issues
- Proven ability to identify process inefficiencies, implement improvements, and drive change in an established organization
- Experience strengthening internal controls, standardizing workflows, and improving accounting accuracy and efficiency
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate issues and determine root causes
- Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools; proficiency with Excel required
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate across functional teams
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and maintain accountability in a remote environment
- Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance
- Preferred: Experience in distribution, wholesale, manufacturing, equipment, service, rental, or other operationally complex businesses
- Preferred: Experience supporting multiple locations, business units, or decentralized operations
- Preferred: Familiarity with inventory accounting, operational billing, work orders, fixed assets, service revenue, or rental accounting
- Preferred: Experience with ERP platforms such as JD Edwards or comparable enterprise accounting systems
- Preferred: Track record of implementing measurable improvements to close timelines, reconciliation processes, billing accuracy, or overall accounting productivity
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Legal insurance
- 401(k)
- Community Service Day
- Spotlight Awards
- National Sales Excellence Awards
- CFSP Prep Certification Program