Accounting Manager

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee our month-end close process, review journal entries and balance reconciliations, and provide variance analysis. This role involves supporting the team with audit requests, assisting in developing and improving operational systems, and managing a team of six employees. The successful candidate will ensure the timely completion of all monthly close processes and validate consolidated financial statements.

ResponsibilitiesReview journal entries and balance reconciliations as needed.Perform variance analysis and review month-over-month balance sheet and profit and loss explanations as part of the close process.Support the team with audit or miscellaneous requests, including running queries.Assist and support teams with any questions or help they may need.Manage the month-end close process, including communicating deadlines to finance and accounting teams.Review financial reporting packages and monthly results to analyze variances and trends and provide explanations to management.Evaluate and review key policies, procedures, and internal controls, ensuring they are complete and accurate.Ensure all internal and external audit requirements and deliverables are met.Understand operational systems and assist in the continual development and improvement of recording entries within the systems.Manage, train, and develop a team of six employees.Attend monthly close meetings and be prepared to answer questions about financial statements, provide commentary, variance explanations, and ad-hoc reports and analysis as needed.Essential Skills8-10 years of full-cycle accounting experience.Experience managing a team of 3+ resources.Strong understanding and application of US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.Strong communication (verbal and written) and leadership skills.Strong organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills.Attention to detail.Ability to multi-task and work extra hours during month-end close.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with PeopleSoft Financials or large company ERP systems.CPA preferred but not required.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.Masters/MBA degree a plus.Combined experience in public accounting and the private sector a plus.Experience in the cruise industry a plus.Work Environment

The work environment includes managing a team of six employees, working with PeopleSoft Financials, and using Microsoft Excel extensively. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work extra hours during month-end close and as needed. The dress code is business casual.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Miami,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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