Accounting Manager

Are you a detail driven accounting leader who thrives on organization accuracy and collaboration Knape & Vogt islooking for an Accounting Manager to own and lead our core accounting operations while partnering closely with leadership across the business In this role youll oversee key accounting functions includingthe general ledger tax compliance financial reporting andanalysis and internal control ensuring our transaction systems and workflows run smoothly and efficiently Youll lead and develop the accounting team support audits and financial projects and provide critical transactional and analytical insights that help drive smart business decisions Company Overview Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company has been based in Grand Rapids for over 125 years We are a global leader specializing in the design manufacture and distribution of functional hardware office and healthcare ergonomics and storage related components for original equipment manufacturers specialty distributors hardware chains and major home centers Whats In It For You Benefits including MedicalDentalVision plus many moreCompetitive PayGenerous Paid Time Off11 Paid Holidays401K with Company MatchTuition ReimbursementEmployee Discount ProgramsBonus and Merit opportunitiesWhat Will You Get To Do Maintain complex ledgers; reconcile and analyze specific accounts and accruals Manage and participate in the month end financial closing processEnsure general ledger and sub ledgers are reconciled with resolution to reconciling items Research and resolve accounting entry issues create adjusting journal entries as requiredSupport annual budgeting and quarterly forecast processesPrepare detailed reports and presentations for all levels of managementSupervise the accounting staff in the day to day performance of activities Manage transactional accounting functionsMaintain and implement internal controlsEnsure for tax income sales property compliance and planningCoordinate with HR on company benefits including Fiduciary 401K plan responsibilities Participate in the development and implementation of accounting policiesPursue business issues impacting financial results in a proactive and self directed manner partner with management in developing solutionsEstablish performance metrics KPIs or evaluation of factors affecting the teamCoach and developothers to ensure organizational successWhat Will You bring Work Experience 5 years of experience in an accounting role experience in a manufacturingdistribution environment and experience leading peopleEducation Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or related fieldComputer Skills Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite experience with ERP systemsOrganizational Skills Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently and effectively; Ability to work cross functionallyCommunication Skills Ability to communicate effectively across a diverse customer base; good verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills with ability to deal with individuals at all levels both inside and outside the organization