JOB SUMMARY

The Accounting Manager is responsible for all financial record keeping and reporting for the Superior Cloth and Stitch, a division of Superior Group of Companies (SGC). This role develops and maintains accounting practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. The Accounting Manager addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, assisting accounts payable and accounts receivable oversight, banking duties, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Obtains and maintains a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.
• Supervises three to five staff members, and ensures that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensures an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close.
• Analyzes inventory and cost-of-goods data for daily, monthly and quarterly reporting requirements.
• Assists with annual physical inventories (some travel involved).
• Assists in preparation of monthly salesperson commissions and reporting to upper management.
• Prepares/reviews/analyzes ad-hoc reports as needed.
• Assists in preparation of profitability reporting and allocation of costs to markets.
• Helps with preparation and review of management and SEC reporting.
• Supports preparation of audit schedules and analysis.
• Assists the Treasurer in the daily banking requirements.
• Reviews all GL accounts and reconciliations for accuracy and support for transactions.
• Advises staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions.
• Supports staff on all monthly closing tasks.
• Assists in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.
• Provides training to new and existing staff as needed.
• Handles personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc.
• Works with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff.
• Supports Assistant Controller with special projects and workflow process improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in the financial reporting/general ledger area
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy with strong analytical and reporting skills
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple job tasks concurrently
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) across cultures and hierarchies
• Strong analytical/critical thinking skills
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA or MBA preferred, but not required
• Experience with SEC Reporting is preferred
• Experience with SAP or other large ERP system a plus

COMPETENCIES

• Driving Results – Mid-Level Managers motivate individuals to achieve and exceed goals by establishing accountabilities, clarifying performance expectations, agreeing to high standards and measures, monitoring and reviewing performance, and providing timely and relevant feedback.
• Fact–Based Management – They view the organization as an open system, synthesize information from diverse sources, come to conclusions, and make decisions that are rational and based on sound evidence.
• Coaching and Developing Others – They provide quality time and planned commitment to direct reports and provide processes and opportunities for them to understand their strengths and limitations in relation to a range of high-quality and relevant competencies.
• Leadership Communication – Mid-Level Managers generate a shared commitment to the organization, building morale, and encouraging ownership of mission, goals, and values.
• Process Management – They take a systematic approach in contributing to making the company’s workflow more effective, efficient, and capable of adapting to an ever-changing environment.
• Organizational Savvy – They gather and accurately assess information related to the organization’s formal and informal communication channels and power relationships.
• Delegating – They display strong awareness of when, how, and to whom to delegate and will clearly communicate objectives, tasks, long-term benefits, and expectations for outcomes in order to empower others to take greater responsibility.
• Team Building – They enable and encourage group members to work together to complete tasks and accomplish goals that individual members could not accomplish alone.
• Decisiveness – Mid-Level Managers tend toward taking calculated risks by making decisions and taking action, even in the absence of all information

**Along with a competitive compensation package, the company offers an excellent benefits package, including Medical, Dental, a defined contribution plan (e.g. 401(k)), life insurance, long-term disability, a flexible spending account (FSA) and paid maternity/paternity leave.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law