The Shared Services Accounting Manager leads our accounting service center which includes the centralized payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable departments. This position also manages general accounting month end close process pertaining to these functions including certain accounting entries. The manager leads, manages, mentors, and engages a team of fifteen individuals across all three functions. As a key business partner, the manager will drive solutions which are cross-functional. The manager influences priorities with the functions to meet key metrics while maintaining strong internal controls.

• Manage the Accounts Payable department including:
• Vendor Management and compliance with policies
• Compliance with obtaining approval per the table of authority.
• Timely Invoice processing and 3-way matching
• Payment generation and approval
• Reporting and compliance such as 1099s, tax, internal controls, payables aging, working capital.
• Monthly accruals and subledger management.
• Monthly closing and cutoff of payables.
• Oversee the Payroll department including:
• Payroll processing – time, deductions, taxes, benefits, and other withholding
• Processing of commissions, bonuses & incentives
• Compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Time & expense compliance and management of Concur.
• Leading the external audit of the 401K.
• Reporting – W2, census and other as identified.
• Provide direction on the Accounts Receivable, Credit & Collection department.
• Invoicing and billing
• Customer set up and maintenance.
• Collections of receivables domestic and international
• Processing of credit card, lockbox and ach payments including cash application
• Credit limits and payment terms and plans.
• Reduction of DSO, receivables aging, KPI and working capital.
• Developing a strong, collaborative relationship Commercial team, Reps, customers, and key business partners which proactively communicates and drives solutions.
• Month end closing and proper revenue cutoff.
• Lead and develop team of 15 within accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll functions. Establish & manage metrics.
• Achieve key metrics and results by contributing accounting and statistical information and making recommendations; preparing and completing action plans; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; and implementing change.
• Develop, mentor, and manage an engaged team which is proactive and meets key metrics and objectives.
• As part of the month end accounting close, prepare reconciliations and entries pertaining to payroll, receivables, incentive comp, and payables. Perform reporting and variance analytics.
• Monitor and analyze department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy and strong internal controls.
• Create a culture of continuous process improvement and driving best practices.
• Ensure compliance with Marmon standard procedures and maintain strong internal controls.
• Collaborate with other department supervisors to support overall department goals and objectives.
• Provide guidance, identify solutions, and prioritize processes to ensure deliverables are met within designated timeframes.

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance required, MBA preferred.
• Excellent leadership experience (10 plus years) directly managing shared services accounting department. Public company experience strongly preferred.
• Best practices understanding of payroll including regulations, processing, taxes, benefits, and reporting.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial analysis, credit risk, cash applications, credit-rebills and commercial collection techniques.
• Well-rounded understanding of the accounts payable processes such as vendor set up, payments, invoice processing and internal controls.
• Experience developing a culture of continuous process improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, both internal and external, with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven collaboration skills which include negotiations, working cross-functionally and building strong relationships while balancing revenue generation and credit risk management.
• Ability to research and analyze financial data to resolve issues and make recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, problem solve, multitask, and proactively plan to ensure timeframes are met.
• Practical understanding and implementation and maintenance of strong internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) required. Experience with fully integrated ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle preferred. ERP conversion experience a plus.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.