As You Wish Electric

Accounting Manager

Seattle, WA

Full-time

$90,000-$110,000

About This Job

Description:

As an Accounting Manager at our rapidly growing home services company specializing in HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical, you will play a key role in our finance department. Reporting to the Controller, you will support critical financial functions, including accrual-based accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting background, with the ability to lead month-end processes and provide valuable insights to support our business and General Manager. The Accounting Manager should expect to be in the daily transactions as well as the high-level analysis. This role should bring energy and collaboration across departments. They will be the go-to finance person for our General Manager.

Benefits:

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Pay: $90,000 - $110,000 per year DOE

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Start earning PTO immediately

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6 Paid Holidays

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Weekly pay: Every Friday is payday!

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Work arrangement: In office

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Full-time work with flexible schedule.

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Great medical benefits, including dental, vision and life insurance for you AND your family.

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Generous 401K Company match.

Key Responsibilities:

Accrual based Accounting:

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Manage and oversee the accrual accounting process to ensure accurate and timely recognition of revenues and expenses.

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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant financial data for accruals.

Month-End Close:

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Lead and manage the month-end close process, ensuring that financial statements are prepared accurately and on schedule.

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Review and analyze general ledger accounts, making necessary adjustments and reconciliations.

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Maintain clean balance sheet activity including fixed assets, leased vehicles and equipment, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, etc.

Financial Reporting:

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Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, providing insights and analysis of financial performance to support decision-making focused on gross margin relevant to the department.

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Track all open A/R and help drive collection process with the operational teams.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

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Collaborate in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts, providing financial data and insights to enhance planning and budgeting processes.

Internal Controls:

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Ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

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Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.

Inventory Reconciliation:

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Perform inventory reconciliations, working closely with operations and warehouse teams to ensure accurate inventory valuation and reporting.

Financial Analysis:

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Conduct financial analysis, variance analysis, and ad-hoc financial projects as needed.

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Provide recommendations for improvements in financial performance.

Requirements:

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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA certification is a plus.

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Strong Microsoft Excel skills required

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At least 4 years of work experience in the accounting field

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Proven experience in accrual based accounting and leading month-end close processes.

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Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.

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Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

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Experience in inventory reconciliation.

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Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

As You Wish Electric is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and other protected groups or activities, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws.