Accounting Manager

A hands-on Accounting Manager with strong General Ledger expertise, ERP experience, and leadership skills who can take ownership of accounting operations while driving accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement. This role will have ownership of the month-end, quarter-end, and annual close processes while partnering with internal teams to understand business operations and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Accounting Manager – Direct Hire / CPA is a plus!

Location: Torrance, CA

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Salary Range: $100,000 – $130,000

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead general accounting operations with a primary focus on General Ledger activities. This role will have ownership of the month-end, quarter-end, and annual close processes while partnering with internal teams to understand business operations and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee General Ledger activities, representing approximately 80% of the role.
• Manage and drive month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Analyze financial results and ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand operational processes and provide accounting guidance.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Strong General Ledger and financial close experience required.
• Minimum of 2+ years of supervisory or management experience with a desire to lead a team.
• Experience working with a large ERP system required.
• CPA certification is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and business partners.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Ideal Candidate:

A hands-on Accounting Manager with strong General Ledger expertise, ERP experience, and leadership skills who can take ownership of accounting operations while driving accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

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