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Accounting ManagernLeague • Atlanta, GA, US
Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

nLeague • Atlanta, GA, US
19 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job ID : 64369

Accounting Manager

Location : Atlanta, GA

Duration : 12 Months

Client : ATL DOF

Onsite Job

Job Description : Position Summary :

  • We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounting Manager with a proven track record as a strong accountant to support and oversee key accounting functions within the Controller's Office. This role combines leadership with active involvement in accounting tasks, requiring exceptional technical accounting skills and a thorough understanding of governmental accounting principles. This is a hands-on managerial role, combining oversight responsibilities with active participation in critical accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will excel in financial analysis, reconciliations, have a strong background in governmental accounting, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to ensure compliance with all applicable standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities :

General Accounting :

  • Oversee the preparation, review, and posting of journal entries to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
  • Perform regular reviews of trial balances to identify and resolve discrepancies or incorrect postings.
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts and sub-ledgers, ensuring balances are accurate and up to date.
  • Financial Analysis :

  • Analyze financial accounts to identify trends, variances, and potential issues.
  • Prepare and present periodic financial reports.
  • Audit and Compliance :

  • Prepare comprehensive audit schedules and coordinate responses to internal and external audit inquiries.
  • Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards (e.g., GASB) and other relevant regulations.
  • Monitor and maintain appropriate internal controls to safeguard financial assets.
  • Reconciliations and Reviews :

  • Lead the reconciliation process for accounts, including grant receivable, grant payroll, fixed assets, construction in progress, and other accounts as identified.
  • Review and / or prepare journal entries and supporting documentation ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Team Leadership and Development :

  • Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing training and guidance to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Monitor the team's workflow to ensure timely completion of responsibilities.
  • Process Improvement :

  • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and implement best practices for efficiency.
  • Collaborate with other departments to improve cross-functional processes impacting financial reporting.
  • Other Duties :

  • Serve as a resource for technical accounting issues and provide expertise to support decision-making.
  • Assist in documenting Standard Operating Procedures
  • Prepare analysis and information for special request as they occur
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a closely related field required.
  • Master's degree in accounting or finance is preferred.
  • CPA or CGFM designation preferred.
  • Experience :

  • 10 years of relevant accounting experience and 5 years of supervisory and management experience is highly desired.
  • Experience in governmental accounting, including fund accounting and grants management.
  • Experience working in a Public Accounting firm is highly desired
  • Proven expertise in reconciliations, financial analysis, and preparation of audit schedules.
  • Technical Skills :
  • Direct experience working in large ERP environment and accounting systems, Oracle experience is highly desired.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel including extensive use of Pivot Tables, formulas, data collections, and management.
  • Skills :

  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to ensure accuracy and completeness in all financial processes and reporting
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Passion for improvement
  • Strong project management skills
  • Important Information :

    Interview Preparation and Guidelines

    Note : Only the candidate should log into the interview.

  • Closed-Book Interview : This is a closed-book format. Please refrain from using any external resources, including notes, internet searches, or AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT).
  • Video and Screen Sharing : We may request screen sharing as part of the evaluation. Please ensure all unnecessary applications and browser tabs are closed before the interview.
  • Real-Time Problem Solving : You may be asked to solve problems in real-time to assess your knowledge and approach. Be prepared to explain your thought process.
  • Behavioral Questions : We will discuss past work experiences to understand how you've handled challenges in previous roles.
  • Environment Preparation : Join from a quiet, distraction-free environment with a stable internet connection.
  • Please dress professionally and have good lighting facing you.
  • Please run a test login before the interview to ensure your MS Teams connection is working.
  • You should be in the team meeting and camera ready 5 min. before the interview.
  • If you are unable to log on before the interview, you can contact me by phone at
  • 615-626-3991

    or

    678-325-0303

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