Posting Title: Manager, Accounting
Reports To: Senior Accounting Manager
Location: San Jose, CA
Salary Range: $121,000 - $175,000
*This position is eligible for the annual performance bonus plan.
Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.
WHO WE ARE
For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we always-always-do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.
THE FINANCE TEAM
Our projects may be complex, but our approach is simple: we build great things and we do it with great people. The Finance team at Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) provides employees, stakeholders and customers with timely and accurate financial information. The Finance Department is comprised of seven teams: Accounts Payable, Payroll, Billing, GL, FP&A, Tax, and Project Accounting that work closely together to ensure compliance and the financial well-being of the company.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Accounting Manager oversees the accounting department's functions with a focus on ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of financial statements and reporting.
Manage general ledger accounting functions, including, but not limited to: monthly close processes; prepare and review relevant general ledger entries and reconciliations.
Manage the chart of accounts and the setup of new departments
Work with IT to solve issues and enhance efficiency by setting up automation
Partner proactively with cross-functional teams to improve productivity and resolve problems
Assist with various aspects of external and internal audits and ensure the timely submission of PBC list Assess current practices and procedures, and document technical accounting
Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness
Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested
Supervise and coach staff by managing performance, set goals, provide ongoing training,
Scope: Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Provides guidance to subordinates within the latitude of established company policies. Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s).
Complexity: Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Acts as advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. Develops and administers schedules, performance requirements; may have budget responsibilities.
Discretion: Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add to costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization.
Interaction: Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers, and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers and the company. Often must lead a cooperative effort among members of a project team.
Supervision: Manages, perhaps through subordinate supervisors, the coordination of the activities of a section or department with responsibility for results, including costs, methods and staffing. In some instances this manager may be responsible for a functional area and not have any subordinate employees.
ABOUT YOU
Ability to plan, organize, develop tactical plans, and sets priorities.
Manage, coach, mentor, train, and evaluate work results of team.
Be self-motivated, proactive, curious, and an inclusive manager.
Ability to provide analysis of financial information at all levels.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of US GAAP with strong analytical and technical skills.
Sense of urgency, take full ownership of tasks, help others when appropriate, and meet deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc..).
Experience with large ERP systems; JDE preferred.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Licensure/Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), required.
Experience: Seven (7) years of directly related experience in accounting industry, preferably in construction, engineering, or manufacturing. Two (2) years of experience as a manager in a company with a high volume of transactions and complex accounting processes.
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CEI is a place where every single person can-and does-have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you'll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people's lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
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Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
