Job Description

Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life. — Confucius

Accounting Manager

  • Job Tag: #LI-JN1
  • Posted: January 28,2025

Exciting opportunity alert! We’re partnering with a publicly traded industry leader that’s been a long-time client of ours—renowned for its stability, innovation, and commitment to growth at every level.

If you’re an impact-driven accounting professional who loves diving into the details, taking ownership, and seeing your work shape the company’s success, this is the role for you!

You’ll play a key role in reporting, analysis, and month-end processes, while also collaborating with leadership to drive strategic decisions and fuel continued growth. This individual will lead & mentor a talented team out of the company HQ in Minneapolis! 

Apply directly or reach out to jmcguire@skywatersearch.com to learn more! 

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the monthly accounting close process, ensuring accuracy and completeness within the general ledger system and adherence to established standards. Manage and refine accounting policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Provide analysis and support to operational and financial teams, fostering strong cross-functional relationships to drive collaboration.
  • Guide and assist in the preparation of required external financial reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory and shareholder requirements. Support external audit activities as needed.
  • Offer training and guidance on accounting policies and procedures to relevant teams. Implement and ensure adherence to updated accounting standards and requirements.
  • Develop and maintain recurring journal entries and ensure accurate and timely preparation and review of month-end account reconciliations.
  • Build and lead a high-performing team by attracting and retaining skilled professionals. Communicate clear performance expectations and provide ongoing development opportunities.
  • Maintain compliance with internal controls, including Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. Coordinate activities related to internal and external audits.

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent.
  • MBA and/or CPA preferred.
  • At least 5+ years of experience, ideally a mix of public and private accounting.
  • Prior supervisory or management experience is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate others and promote a team environment.

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