Accounting Manager
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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ABOUT SKYWATER SEARCH
Start with your Short List
Led by a group of seasoned search industry professionals, SkyWater Search Partners brings new focus to a novel concept, “Short List Search.” Our purpose is to leave a lasting impression on the clients we serve by providing individuals who will make a measurable difference in their business. We strive to consistently deliver great results to our clients in a very timely manner.
Practice Areas
Our practice areas are led by highly experienced executive recruiters who take great care in fully understanding client requirements and candidate qualifications.
• Accounting and Finance
• Information Technology
• Operations
• Engineering
• Sales
• Marketing
• Human Resources
• Legal
• Construction
• Supply Chain
• Consumer Package Goods (CPG)
Founded on long-standing relationships and hundreds of successful placements throughout the Twin Cities business community, SkyWater Search Partners is a proven resource for clients and candidates looking to quickly and confidently explore their “short list” of best choices. Count on us to find the best people – and the best fit.