Accounting Manager - San Antonio, Tx

San Antonio, TX, United States

The Accounting Manager is responsible for efficiency and effective returns on financial assets by establishing/monitoring financial policies, procedures, controls and reporting systems. This position ensures legal and regulatory compliance for all accounting and financial reporting functions. This individual will oversee accounting daily operations and take responsibility for accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, budgeting, forecasting, account reconciliation, fixed assets, risk management and administrate the small business subcontracting program.

This position leads the Finance Department and staff and directly reports to the Vice President

Salary: Depends on Experience (DOE)

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsible for providing a safe and positive teamwork environment in support of the organization’s objectives, mission and core values to provide employment opportunities for individuals with significant disabilities.

Follow all applicable laws, regulatory compliance and collaborates with HR and senior leadership to monitor and enforce accounting requirements.

Responsible for assisting and guiding the financial decisions by establishing, monitoring and enforcing policies and procedures; Manages budgets and controls expenses effectively; protects assets by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal controls to limit risk and maximize returns.

Provides status of financial condition of the organization to key stakeholders by collecting, interpreting and reporting key financial data.

Ensures compliance with federal, state and local legal requirements by researching existing and new legislation, consulting with outside advisors and filing financial reports.

Advises management of actions and potential risk and arranges for audits as required.

Assists with setting the procurement and contract negotiation process for new and renewal of contracts and works with the leadership team to develop contract proposal development.

Collaborates with the leadership team to track, review and evaluate contract performance and to recommend refinements and improvements; Participates in contract site visits .

Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, developing and appraising staff effectively; also makes recommendations to hire other members of the team; Consults with Human Resources as needed and on a timely basis.

Represent the organization with customers, key stakeholders, and business partners; establishes and maintains on-going customer relationships with various parties

Continually updates job knowledge by participating in conferences and educational opportunities; reads professional publications; maintains personal networks; participates in professional organizations and represents the organization in the community.

Participates on committees and special projects and seeks additional responsibilities; represents the organization as required, including attendance at community and industry events and public meetings.

Qualifications And Requirements

Skills/Abilities and Knowledge Required

Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner

Ability to effectively delegate and develop team members

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information

Ability to manage time effectively and handle both internal and external conflicts

Ability to make decisions and solve problems while working under pressure

Detail oriented and strong interpersonal/organizational skills

Strong Business Acumen

Strong knowledge of local, state and federal employment laws and procedures

Strong knowledge of wage and hour laws

Strong Knowledge of applicable accounting and payroll software (e.g., Sage 100/200); invoicing

Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office Package (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

Education, Skills And Experience

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field; Preferred: CPA / Master’s Degree in related field

5 years relevant work and leadership experience in a multi-location environment

Experience working with Sage Intacct Software

Experience with UltiPro or other comparable HRIS systems

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Ambitious and target focused with a drive to succeed

Experience in leading high performing teams

Experience in contract negotiations and regulatory laws

Experience in Affirmative Action Plans and AbilityOne Program

Experience in working with Community Agencies and/or individuals with disabilities preferred

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job individuals will sit for long periods of time working in front of a computer; lift or move objects weighting up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, phones, and smartphones.

Position Classification and Expected Hours of Work

This is an Exempt full-time position; Work schedule may require some long hours and weekends depending on current project.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Management

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