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Job Summary:
The General Accounting Manager will oversee and direct all general accounting activities including maintenance of accounting systems and standards and delivery of key financial management reports.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in the department.
- Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
- Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
- Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Oversees general accounting department systems, policies, practices, and procedures.
- Directs preparation of required financial reports.
- Improves and implements financial controls, ensuring accurate control and accounting of assets and accounts.
- Assists auditors, gathering and providing information and documents needed for inquiries.
- Maintains knowledge of trends, developments, and best practices in the accounting profession; applies this knowledge to recommend and implement process and policy changes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Thorough understanding of cost accounting principles and procedures.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficient with or able to quickly learn the accounting software used by the organization.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required.
- At least five years of general accounting experience with at least two as a manager of an accounting department required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
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