At Griffith Company, we recognize that people are our most valuable resource. We nurture that resource by fostering a work environment that encourages communication, respect and recognition. In this environment, Griffith Company employees flourish, taking their careers to new levels. In addition to offering a 120+ year history of quality, safety and excellence, Griffith Company also offers a dynamic, exciting and supportive culture, where opportunity for growth abounds.
We are seeking an experienced Corporate Accounting Manager to join our team. The Corporate Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Corporate Accounting Department with the primary focus of responsibility being the Treasury, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and General Ledger Accounting. This position will report to our Chief Financial Officer.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Supervise several direct reports including, but not limited to 6 Accounts Payable staff and a Staff Accountant.
Keep updated with changes to regulatory and accounting standards.
Develop, train and support for all positions within the department including:
Corporate Accounts Payable
Subcontract Compliance
Cash Management
General Ledger Accounting
Provide support for Office Managers at other divisions.
Work with Office Managers in relationship to Accounts Payable, Subcontracts Payable, Purchase Orders and Accounts Receivable functions.
Monitor internal audit procedures and process for AP, AR and Compliance related functions. Troubleshoot issues and work as a team for resolutions.
Review and approve vendor setups.
Run and review weekly Accounts Receivable aging.
Follow up with Office Managers on their AR collection efforts and monitor that they are adding notes to document the status.
Review weekly Accounts Payable on hold reports.
Work with Office Managers to ensure invoices are approved by project teams and managers in a timely manner.
Review the AP metrics reporting to ensure the throughput and backlog of unposted invoices is within standard ranges.
Audits - Coordinate with auditors when the primary topic falls into Accounting Department's responsibility. If the audits relate primarily with Job Cost activity, it would be directed to Corporate Controller/CFO and possibly the district.
Moss Adams LLP, Insurance-W/comp, General Liability, Auto etc, Caltrans T&M, City of LA Business Tax, Sales Tax, Unsecured Property Tax, etc...
Prepare various monthly Journal entries and schedules.
Also review monthly schedules prepared either by direct reports and dotted line reports.
Works closely with IT Department to develop new reports in Viewpoint as needed.
Troubleshoot Viewpoint and Accounting Procedure issues with the Department and Districts. Provide training as needed. Help districts identify best VP reports for their needs.
Coordinate annual budgeting process.
State/Federal regulatory reporting as needed.
Handle special projects as needed.
SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, specifically needing Intermediate/Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel.
Experience with Viewpoint Software or an equivalent ERP system is required.
Must have excellent written and spoken communication skills.
Must be detail oriented and have the ability to work under pressure and strict deadlines.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 4 years of General Accounting experience
Prior Supervisory Experience of teams of 4 or more required
Treasury Management experience preferred
Civil and/or commercial construction experience preferred
EDUCATION
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
COMPETENCIES
Effective communication
Team player
Adaptability
Critical and analytical thinking
Time management/multitasking
Detail oriented
Service oriented
Stress management
Punctuality
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Most time spent in an indoor office environment
Sitting at a desk for prolonged periods of time
Occasional lifting of files and boxes up to 20 lbs
Pushing/pulling of file cabinets
Extended visual use of a computer screen
Frequent typing
Occasional travel
Company Benefits Package
In addition to offering a comprehensive benefits package for all employees - including a superior health benefits package - Griffith Company also offers generous performance-based compensation. As part of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Corporation, Griffith Company employees have the opportunity to directly and financially benefit from the Company's success. Other benefits include vacation time, sick days, paid holidays, and a 401K program. (Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)
Annual Salary Range: $120,000 - $145,000.
Relocation assistance will be provided to candidates outside of the local area on a case-by-case basis.
Visit us at: www.griffithcompany.net
Griffith Company is an equal opportunity employer and an employee-owned company.
Important Notice to Staffing Agencies/Recruiting Firms (please read completely)
Griffith Company will not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from a candidate, Griffith Company employee or any of our industry and academic partners. Any unsolicited resumes sent to any of the following will be considered Griffith Company property: Griffith Company mailing address, fax machine or email address; Griffith Company employees; or to Griffith Company's applicant/candidate database. Griffith Company will NOT pay a recruiting/placement fee for any candidate hire resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
We will only accept resumes from staffing agencies/recruiting firms who meet the following criteria:
1) Have a valid fully-executed written contract with Griffith Company for service (signed only by our CEO, President, Executive Vice President or Human Resources Director). No other Griffith Company employee is authorized to bind Griffith Company to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.
2) Responding to a written request from a member of our Human Resources team to work on filling a specific job opening - we will not accept any unrelated resumes.
In the cases of staffing agencies/recruiting firms that meet the above criteria: we will not consider a presentation of a candidate to us as accepted unless a member of our Human Resources team expresses in writing to your firm/agency an interest in engaging with a candidate that is being presented. The act of a firm/agency simply sharing a candidate resume or profile with a hiring manager or any other Griffith Company employee by email, text or any other communication method will not suffice as Griffith Company's acceptance of a candidate.
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