Accounting Manager

Specific Role:
We’re looking for a hands-on, solutions-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee EMIT Technologies’ day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable functions while supporting accurate and timely financial reporting. In this role, you’ll lead and develop the AP and AR Clerks, resolve complex accounting issues, support month-end close activities, and ensure processes are completed consistently and in accordance with established internal controls. You’ll work closely with the Controller and partner across Supply Chain, Sales, Operations, and other departments to improve accounting processes, strengthen financial visibility, and resolve issues at their source.
Key Accountabilities:

Provide daily leadership, direction, coaching, and support to the AP and AR Clerks
Establish clear expectations and priorities while ensuring deadlines are consistently met
Review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity for accuracy, completeness, and timely processing
Resolve complex vendor, customer, invoice, payment, collection, and account reconciliation issues
Monitor past-due receivables and coordinate collection efforts with Account Managers and other internal stakeholders
Monitor vendor payment status and resolve issues that could affect supplier relationships or business operations
Review and approve payment batches, credit adjustments, write-offs, and other transactions within established authority levels
Ensure customer receipts, vendor payments, and account adjustments are recorded accurately and promptly
Maintain clear escalation procedures for unresolved or high-risk AP and AR matters
Support the Controller in completing an accurate and timely month-end close
Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules
Research and resolve account discrepancies, unusual transactions, and reconciling items
Ensure AP and AR subledgers consistently reconcile to the general ledger
Assist with cash flow reporting, aging analysis, and other financial reporting
Identify and promptly escalate issues that could affect the accuracy or timing of financial statements
Support year-end close, financial audits, tax reporting, and other compliance activities
Ensure accounting processes follow EMIT Technologies policies, approval requirements, and internal controls
Maintain appropriate segregation of duties, supporting documentation, and accounting procedures
Identify recurring errors, bottlenecks, and manual workarounds and implement sustainable solutions
Improve the use of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations to reduce manual work and strengthen reporting
Partner with Supply Chain, Sales, Operations, and other departments to resolve accounting-related issues
Support system implementations, process changes, and other accounting department initiatives
Train and coach team members to improve accuracy, judgment, problem-solving, and system knowledge
Provide timely performance feedback and address performance gaps directly
Build a service-oriented accounting team that communicates professionally with customers, vendors, and internal departments
Perform additional accounting and finance responsibilities based on EMIT Technologies’ needs

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
Five or more years of progressive accounting experience
Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, and month-end close
Experience preparing account reconciliations and researching financial discrepancies
Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach, or lead accounting team members
Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and internal controls
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience working in an ERP system
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet firm deadlines
Clear written and verbal communication skills
High level of accuracy, professionalism, integrity, and discretion

Preferred Qualifications:

Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations
Experience supporting financial audits and year-end close
CPA or CMA certification, or progress toward certification
Experience improving or documenting accounting processes

Measures of Success:

Month-end close responsibilities are completed accurately and on schedule
AP and AR aging is actively managed, with issues resolved or escalated promptly
AP and AR subledgers consistently reconcile to the general ledger
Vendor and customer account issues are resolved efficiently and professionally
Accounting procedures and internal controls are documented and consistently followed
AP and AR team members meet expectations for accuracy, productivity, and responsiveness
Team members demonstrate continued growth in judgment, problem-solving, and system knowledge
Manual workarounds, recurring transaction errors, and process bottlenecks are reduced over time
Cross-functional accounting issues are addressed at their source through effective collaboration
Microsoft Dynamics 365 and financial data are used effectively to improve accuracy, efficiency, and reporting visibility

EMIT Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all <backgrounds.Pay> Range$85,000—$115,000 USD