We are a leading distributor of health and life insurance in the nation seeking Accounting Manager for our Deerfield Beach office in Florida. The company seeks someone who is career oriented and interested in progression within the organization.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

The Accounting Manager will assist the Chief Financial Officer with the management of the accounting department. The Accounting Manager will be responsible for maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to prepare accurate and timely financial statements while effectively managing four staffs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare yearly, quarterly and monthly financial statements
• Review journal entries and ensure data remains accurate
• Responsible for month-end closing process and reconciliations
• General ledger account reconciliation and review, including but not limited to, maintaining accruals, periodic allocation of expenses and depreciation
• Prepare and track loan covenants, lender and lease reporting and compliance
• Identify and resolve accounting and reporting issues
• Develop and implement process improvements within the accounting department
• Manage workflow of team to ensure efficient procedures while delivering a high level of accuracy
• Manage deadlines and assist team members in completing closing activities, including property tax, sales tax and rent
• Other duties assigned by CFO

Established construction contractor seeking an experienced controller to perform and supervise all internal accounting duties, tax and financial reporting, and work closely with the outside CPA. Ideal candidate will have extensive financial reporting experience in the construction industry with five plus years at the Controller level.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

– maintaining general ledgers and all supporting journals and reconciliations

– maintaining job cost records

– preparation of monthly contract status reports

– preparation of all weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports

– supervision of accounting department staff

– preparation of monthly sales tax returns

– preparation of quarterly and annual payroll and payroll tax return filings

– ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures

– work closely with outside CPA

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

– base salary commensurate with experience

– discretionary bonuses

– paid vacation and sick days

– group insurance

– 401(k) plan

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Must:

– be a self-starter and a team player

– be well organized

– have strong analytical and problem solving skills

– have excellent verbal and written communication skills

– have construction industry experience, including job costing and financial reporting

– be proficient in Microsoft Office, Timberline, Sage or construction industry specific software

– have a working knowledge of GAAP and tax reporting