Accounting Manager
Would you like:
- To work in a fast-paced international environment but relax on beaches and ski slopes only minutes away?
- The stability of a proven product line, with the excitement of developing new products for future success?
- To own the company you work for?
If so, come and check us out. We are Howell Laboratories Inc., a 100% Employee-Owned Company located in Bridgton, Maine. For more than 50 years, we have been supplying specialty air drying, water treatment, and moisture measurement equipment for maritime markets. You will find us on every major US Naval ship in the fleet!
POSITION: Accounting Manager
STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: CFO
DATE: June 2024
DIRECT REPORTS: 3
LOCATION: Bridgton, Maine
POSITION SUMMARY:
Howell Laboratories, Inc.(HLI) is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) engineering and manufacturing company based in Bridgton, ME. As the Accounting Manager, you will oversee financial activities for the three divisions under the Howell Laboratories, Inc. name and ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulations. This role requires strong financial acumen and the ability to provide strategic guidance to the organization.
We’re seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee this high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have experience as an accountant in our industry. As a strong communicator and skilled financial analyst, this person will not only streamline our accounting team and financial reporting processes but also have the opportunity to grow and develop professionally. The Accounting Manager will work with the CFO to produce thorough financial status reports for senior managers to help improve our operational efficiency and aid our continued growth.
Objectives of this role
- Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior managers by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate data points.
- Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines
- Help develop and support short- and long-term operational strategies
Responsibilities
- Oversee and support the accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity. We value teamwork and collaboration, and you will be a key player in fostering this supportive work environment.
- Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements.
- Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles
- Establish (in coordination with CFO) financial and operating benchmarks, budgets, program monitoring, and reporting standards on biweekly, monthly, and annual basis
- Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows
- Perform account reconciliations.
- Facilitate monthly closings.
- Review the accuracy of AP GL coding.
- Record and reconcile financial institution payments and resolve any issues.
- Oversee a variety of required tax filings and payments.
- Work directly with other departments to streamline processes and information flow.
- Provide backup to other positions within the accounting function.
- Respond to information requests and be the point person for yearly audits.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required skills and qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, accounting, or related field
- Five or more years of relevant accounting experience
- Strong understanding of banking processes and financial data analysis
- Working knowledge of national and local tax regulations and compliance reporting
- Proficiency in accounting software packages
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Manufacturing experience
- Management and supervisory experience
- ESOP understanding
- Experience with Epicor ERP/Kinetic software
Competencies
An individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.
- Teamwork—the individual must work effectively with the accounting team and with other departments.
- Problem-solving—the individual must identify and resolve problems promptly and gather and analyze information skillfully.
- Planning and organizing—the individual must prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
- Quality control—the individual must demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, monitor their own work to ensure quality and apply feedback to improve performance.
- Quantity—the individual must meet productivity standards and complete work promptly.
- Adaptability—the individual must adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands, and deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
- Dependability—the individual must be consistently at work and on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
- Confidentiality—the individual must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding company information.
