Accounting Manager

Trimark International Limited - Cleveland, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Cleveland, OH

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As the Accounting Manager at TriMark USA, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of the Accounting Department. This position is located in Cleveland, Ohio, and reports directly to the Divisional Controller. Your primary responsibilities will include establishing robust internal controls and procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with TriMark Policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). You will manage journal entry preparation, maintain inventory accuracy and valuation, oversee Work In Progress (WIP) revenue recognition, conduct balance sheet reconciliations, and ensure compliance with internal controls. Additionally, you will provide ad hoc account analysis, budget and forecast support, and business analysis as required by the business. In this role, you will supervise and manage the general accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. You will lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring that all corporate deadlines are met. Your responsibilities will also include preparing and submitting financial statements, analysis, and commentary in collaboration with the Division Controller. You will maintain accurate inventory valuation, oversee variance deferrals, and manage customer and vendor rebate processes and accruals. Furthermore, you will ensure accurate project WIP revenue recognition and conduct project profitability analysis, supporting internal and external compliance audits and information requests. Your focus on process improvement initiatives will enhance efficiency and accuracy within the department. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize accounting processes and provide budget and forecast support as required by the business. Effective communication and collaboration with all levels within the organization will be essential, as you operate as a business partner and provide support to cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the general accounting staff.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, meeting all corporate deadlines.
• Prepare and submit financial statements, analysis, and commentary in collaboration with the Division Controller.
• Maintain accurate inventory valuation and oversee variance deferrals.
• Manage customer and vendor rebate processes and accruals.
• Ensure accurate Project WIP revenue recognition and conduct project profitability analysis.
• Support internal and external compliance audits and information requests.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with sales tax deposits and filings.
• Focus on process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize accounting processes.
• Provide budget and forecast support as required by the business.
• Conduct ad hoc account analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with all levels within the organization.

Requirements

• 6 - 8 years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing or distribution business, or equivalent Military or practical experience.
• CPA designation is preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Strong process improvement skills.
• Team management and leadership experience.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and database tools.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and be self-directed.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a results-driven mindset.
• Keen focus on process improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Community Service Day
• Spotlight Awards
• National Sales Excellence Awards
• CFSP Prep Certification Program