Accounting Manager - Ferretti Search

In this leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of accounting for assigned divisions, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of financial processes and providing strategic financial guidance to enhance overall business performance. As the central figure in financial management for these divisions, you will play a crucial role in aligning financial practices with corporate goals, driving process improvements, and fostering a collaborative environment between divisional teams and corporate leadership. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence key financial decisions, support diverse departmental needs, and contribute to our client's long-term success.

 

Here's what you'll do:

• Gain a deep understanding of our client's business model and identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve financial performance.
• Assist different departments in applying the correct accounting treatments for intricate or unusual transactions.
• Provide exceptional service and support to assigned divisions, acting as a liaison and advocate between them and corporate leadership.
• Conduct monthly analyses and reviews of assigned divisions' general ledgers, job costing information, and operational metrics to ensure accuracy.
• Train and guide assigned teams on accounting systems, policies, and procedures.
• Lead the monthly and quarterly accounting closing process for assigned divisions.
• (Optional) Supervise other accounting team members, following company policies and adhering to labor laws. This may include interviewing, hiring, training, performance reviews, and employee relations.

To be successful, you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, with 4-5 years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 3+ years of public accounting experience, preferably with Big 4 firms.
• Experience in the homebuilding industry using JD Edwards, particularly G/L and Job Cost modules (a plus).
• Familiarity with job costing environments is preferred.
• CPA certification strongly preferred (exceptional experience may be considered in lieu of CPA).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with personnel across all levels, from clerical staff to executives.
• A customer service mindset, recognizing that Corporate Accounting is a support function.
• Initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong project management skills to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Professional communication skills to convey complex financial concepts to non-accounting professionals.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a plus.

Ferretti Search is an award-winning Recruitment Firm specializing in Executive Recruiting and Staffing. Our product is people. Ferretti Search has a dedicated team of executive recruiters ready to help our clients find employment solutions that benefit them as well as match our candidates with a company that meets their job preferences and career goals. At Ferretti Search, we believe in transparency throughout the entire process in order to serve our clients and candidates better. We take pride and value our relationship with our clients and candidates.