Accounting Manager

Overview of Responsibilities:

The Accounting Manager will play a key role in overseeing the accounting operations of our rapidly growing company. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, this role will be responsible for managing the accounting team, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, overseeing accounts payable and receivable functions, and supporting month-end and year-end closing processes. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to drive process improvements while maintaining compliance with GAAP and company policies.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial transactions.

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.

• Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.

• Review and approve general ledger account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP.

• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, resolving discrepancies and optimizing processes for efficiency.

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and analysis for both stand-alone portfolios and consolidated entities.

• Work closely with the trade operations team to reconcile trade statements and resolve discrepancies with external counterparties.

• Ensure compliance with state tax requirements, including preparing and reviewing tax filings related to certain natural gas activities.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.

• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to improve efficiency and internal controls.

• Collaborate with the Assistant Controller and other stakeholders to drive process improvements and automation initiatives.

• Protect the organization’s value by maintaining the confidentiality of financial and personnel information.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• CPA or equivalent certification preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.

• Experience with full-cycle accounting, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Experience in the natural gas or energy industry is a plus.