Manager Accounting

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The Accounting Manager is responsible to see that the daily accounting tasks are executed for the Maersk Warehousing and Distribution activities within the WND group. Ownership over the Month End close process that supports and reconciles to the financial statements which is a requirement of APM Good Accounting Practices. Ensure that monthly deadlines for financial reporting are met timely and accurately. Communicate information proactively affecting monthly/annual estimates to Management for inclusion in the reported financial results. Oversee that internal control procedures are routinely administered in accordance with the established Policy and Procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinates in the Accounting Team (onshore and offshore) and ensure that their responsibilities are carried out in a productive and efficient manner.
• Ensure that the monthly book close is performed timely and in accordance with outlined procedures.
• Overall responsibility to provide Management with accurate financial results within established timelines.  Any significant variations between estimates, forecasts and actuals or findings should be brought to the attention of management. 
• Close communication with all facilities and cross functional teams within WND to understand financial impact related to operations.
• Summarize for management the financial results for the accounting period by highlighting unusual variations between actuals, estimates, forecasts, and budgets.
• Automate processes/tasks within the Accounting Team in order to accelerate the book close deadlines.
• Review and approve journals/accruals/reconciliations prepared by Accounting Team for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure appropriate supporting documentation is included as backup.
• Engage and provide data as requested for internal and external financial audits.
• Act as a mentor, motivate and assist in the career advancement of subordinates.  Perform subordinate appraisals.
• Hold regular meetings with staff to properly monitor progress.
• Coordinate with Maersk Inc. regarding Corporate functions as required including Tax, Claims, Treasury and Payroll.
• Oversee revenue and expense accruals/estimates for unbilled activity.
• Oversee bad debt activity and calculation.
• Manage the intercompany process between WND and all Maersk affiliates.
• Liaison with Global Service Centre to reconcile local books in NetSuite to SAP and One Stream ERP systems.
• Perform special projects as directed by Management.

Requirements

• B.S. in Accounting
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in accounting within a mid-large size organization
• Supervisory experience required.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• NetSuite experience would be a plus.
• Position is full-time and hybrid.
• Working with a GSC (global service center) would be a plus.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities. 
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and supervisory experience.
• Strong ability to organize and prioritize with attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills necessary to operate a time sensitive environment.
• Team player that can coordinate with managers and colleagues to successfully participate in cross-functional initiatives.
• Ability to independently organize work to meet deadlines.
• High level of ability with computer skills, to include, but not be limited, to Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint as well as Maersk proprietary systems knowledge.

Pay Range: $100,000 - $125,000 USD*

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, and 401k Match.

*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Notice to applicants applying to positions in the United States: You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

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