Overview
Company Overview: Zones LLC is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Zones is a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with over 35 years in business, specializing in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, Zones partners with leading technology providers and aims to deliver end-to-end IT services with strong certifications from Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more. Follow Zones on LinkedIn and other social channels.
Position Overview
The Accounting Manager plays a pivotal role within the Zones Accounting team and as a key collaborative partner with sales and operations. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Accounting Manager will oversee timely and accurate recording of business activity in accordance with GAAP, prepare and review month-end/quarter-end journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, financial analysis, audit support, and financial reporting. Identify and implement process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency. Identify trends or issues requiring management attention and understand broad business and financial issues. Mentor and manage Senior/Staff Accountants (2-3) and foster their professional development. Strong understanding of ASC 330, ASC 350, ASC 606, and ASC 842 is expected.
What you will do as the Accounting Manager
The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities and may change without notice.
- Review month end journal entries, analyses and account reconciliations over areas such as leases, inventory, cash, payroll, commissions, capitalized software and PP&E
- Prepare global consolidations and assist in compiling financial reporting package
- Partner cross functionally to clearly communicate accounting operations with other departments to ensure operational excellence
- Perform in a high volume, deadline driven role, reporting in line with the group timetable
- Lead revenue accounting processes under ASC 606 by ensuring proper revenue and cost recognition in accordance with GAAP
- Identify and propose changes to inefficient or ineffective internal policies and procedures
- Provide insightful analysis and understanding of performance monthly for both finance and operations leadership teams
- Assist with external auditing and reporting requirements, preparing and reviewing necessary prepared by client documentation
- Function as a utility player for special projects and ad-hoc requests
- Foster a fun team environment and play an active role in the development of Senior and Staff Accountants
What you will bring to the team
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required, Master's degree and CPA/CMA preferred
- 4-6 years of progressive experience in Accounting or Finance with emphasis in preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
- Conceptual and practical understanding of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles
- Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills
- Self-starter with a problem solving, "Can Do" mentality
- Team player with amazing verbal and written communication skills
- Ability and desire to adapt quickly to change
- Good analytical skills and critical thinking required
- Detail oriented with good organization and time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Revenue and/or cost accounting experience (preferred)
- Ability to reconcile complex general ledger accounts, journal entries and financial statement analysis (GAAP knowledge and accounting research skills a must)
- Experience with a large ERP system; MSFT D365 and Workday Adaptive experience a plus
Qualified candidates can expect a salary range of $110,000-$125,000.
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Benefits
Zones offers a comprehensive benefits package. Our team members enjoy medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, voluntary accident, hospitalization and critical illness insurance options, a 401(k) plan with matching provision, and other benefits. Paid time off and personal sick leave in compliance with state requirements are generally provided.
At Zones, work is more than a job - it is a career on a global team that is client-centric, has a passion for technology, embraces change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Minority Business Enterprise, Zones is committed to diversity. If you're interested in working on the cutting edge of IT, Zones is the place for you!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability. Zones participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a system that compares information from a team member's Form I-9 to federal records to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.