Accounting Manager - Black Bear Talent : Job Details

The Accounting Manager plays a critical role in maintaining the financial health of the organization by overseeing all accounting functions, including general ledger management, financial reporting, and budgeting. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies, preparing accurate financial statements, and providing strategic insights to support decision-making. As part of a small team, the Accounting Manager must be hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while supporting other departments with financial guidance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• General Ledger Management: Oversee and manage the general ledger, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end and year-end close processes.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Oversee the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and financial forecasts, providing analysis and insights to support decision-making.
• Audit and Compliance: Coordinate and support external audits, ensuring all necessary documentation is prepared and compliance with regulatory requirements is maintained.
• Internal Controls: Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Tax Compliance: Ensure timely and accurate filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns, including sales tax, payroll tax, and corporate income tax.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis and provide insights on key financial metrics to support strategic business decisions.
• Payroll Support: Serve as backup to the Payroll Specialist and approve payroll as needed, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Qualifications:

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting and payroll software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to collaborate in a team environment and communicate effectively across departments.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• General understanding of the company's products, services, and industry is preferred.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting and/or bookkeeping preferred, experience in commercial or residential excavating, construction, or a related field is a plus.

Credentials, Certificates, Licenses:

• CPA or CMA certification preferred, but not required.

Work Environment:

The Accounting Manager position is expected to report to the offices in Dayton, VA, full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer are expected. In addition, this position may be required to lift up to 20 pounds at a time.

It is the mission of the company to provide quality excavation services to customers in a timely and professional manner. Our hard-working, certified, and friendly staff bring customers the best in excavation through exceptional workmanship, various warranties, and guarantees of our work.

Employees can expect to join a culture where our values set us apart from others and hold us together as a company. Our values of Leadership, Quality, Teamwork, Integrity, and Professionalism define who we are and how others see us.

Other Duties and Requirements:

The duties, responsibilities, and requirements listed above should not be interpreted as a comprehensive list. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as deemed appropriate. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made that may pose serious health or safety risks to any individual associated with the company. Additionally, no accommodations will be made which impose undue hardships on the company.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform substance abuse testing and background verification checks when warranted and as permitted by state law.