Manager I

Overview

The Accounting Manager oversees all accounting operations for an assigned service location, ensuring accurate cash management, general ledger integrity, financial reporting, and adherence to established accounting systems. This role provides daily operational and technical leadership to the onsite accounting team while delivering timely, reliable financial information and analysis to clients. The manager is responsible for maintaining strong internal controls, developing staff capabilities, and driving process and technology improvements that enhance efficiency and service quality. The position also collaborates closely with cross‑functional leaders to support departmental goals and long‑term operational sustainability. This role reports directly to the Director, SmartSource Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting functions for the assigned service location, including cash management, general ledger oversight, financial reporting, and accounting systems—while providing daily operational and technical guidance to the onsite accounting team.
• Deliver timely, accurate financial information for clients served by the location, along with clear, foundational analysis to support decision‑making.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to address operational challenges, drive client satisfaction, and ensure service commitments are met.
• Establish, implement, and maintain location‑specific accounting policies and procedures that strengthen internal controls, safeguard assets, ensure efficient operations, and support GAAP compliance.
• Continuously assess the performance and capabilities of accountants within the service location and recommend organizational or workflow improvements to enhance effectiveness.
• Build and sustain a high‑performing team aligned with SmartSource Accounting’s commitment to exceptional customer service and a positive work environment at the location level.
• Mentor, coach, and support staff by fostering professional growth, creating development pathways, and establishing succession plans within the service location.
• Provide informed recommendations on personnel decisions—including hiring, compensation, disciplinary actions, and terminations—for team members assigned to the location.
• Support workforce planning, resource allocation, and operational initiatives to meet evolving business and client needs.
• Champion technology‑driven and AI-driven solutions that improve scalability, streamline processes, and enhance both system and team performance within the location’s accounting operations.
• Cultivate strong working relationships with management peers and support teams, while providing technical expertise and training to other departments as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close and General Ledger accounting.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience leading a team of accounting professionals
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Required:

•  Demonstrated ability to manage workstreams, projects, and operational activities with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to coordinate work across multiple stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and deliver results within established deadlines.
• Strong leadership skills, including coaching, developing, and evaluating team members to drive performance and engagement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint, with working knowledge of ERP and accounting systems.
• Results-oriented professional with strong business acumen and the ability to support organizational goals and priorities.
• Ability to build collaborative, high-performing teams and foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and client service.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively partner across functions and levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement through process optimization, problem-solving, and change management initiatives.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, financial reporting principles, audit requirements, and accounting best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate transactions, resolve exceptions, reconcile data, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain attention to detail, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, internal controls, and business requirements accurately and consistently.
•  Demonstrated ability to identify process improvement opportunities and support the implementation of standardized and scalable workflows.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Adaptability to changing business priorities, evolving processes, and organizational needs.
• Ability to leverage operational data and performance metrics to support decision-making, recommendations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must have the ability to operate a personal computer and express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. May be required to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.