Accounting Manager

dancker
Somerville, NJ
Job Description
The Accounting Manager plays a key role in the preparation, accuracy, and integrity of the company’s financial reporting. This position is responsible for supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, preparing financial statements, and ensuring proper application of U.S. GAAP—specifically ASC 606 revenue recognition—within a mid‑sized, multi‑entity distribution environment.

This role partners closely with the Controller, FP&A, and operational teams to ensure accurate revenue recognition, timely reporting, and continuous improvement of accounting processes and controls.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close
  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
  • Support the monthly close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
  • Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
  • Assist in the preparation of consolidated financial reporting across multiple entities, as applicable.
  • Support external audits, including preparation of schedules, support documentation, and auditor inquiries.
Revenue Recognition (ASC 606)
  • Apply and maintain revenue recognition policies in accordance with ASC 606.
  • Review contracts, sales orders, and invoicing activity to ensure proper identification of performance obligations and revenue timing.
  • Partner with Operations, Sales, and Billing teams to ensure revenue is recognized accurately and consistently.
  • Perform revenue cutoff analysis and deferred revenue reconciliations.
  • Document revenue recognition positions and support ongoing compliance as business models evolve.
Accounting Operations & Controls
  • Prepare and review complex journal entries, including revenue, accruals, reserves, and adjustments.
  • Maintain strong internal controls and accounting documentation to support audit and compliance requirements.
  • Assist in the development and improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and close checklists.
  • Support ERP and reporting system enhancements related to financial reporting and revenue processes.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with FP&A to support financial analysis, forecasting inputs, and management reporting.
  • Collaborate with Accounts Receivable and Billing teams to resolve revenue, invoicing, and customer balance issues.
  • Serve as a technical accounting resource for revenue‑related questions across the organization.



Qualifications
Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
Experience
  • 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong experience with financial reporting and month‑end close
  • Hands‑on experience applying ASC 606 revenue recognition
  • Experience in a distribution, manufacturing, or project‑based environment preferred
  • Experience supporting audits and working with external auditors
Skills & Competencies
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting concepts
  • High attention to detail with excellent analytical and reconciliation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced close environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
Preferred Qualifications
  • CPA or CPA‑eligible
  • Experience with multi‑entity or multi‑location organizations
  • Exposure to system implementations or revenue process redesign initiatives
Salary Range: $105k-$160k based on capability and experience

Posted 2026-04-07

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