Accounting Manager CPA

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Finance & AccountingAccounting Manager

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Key Responsibilities

The Accounting Manager, CPA oversees the full scope of the organization’s financial leadership, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and ongoing analysis of key performance metrics.

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Finance & AccountingAccounting Manager

Benefits:

Free uniforms
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance

Operations

Job Title: Accounting Manager, CPA

Reports To: CFO

Serves: Property Owners, Property Managers, Internal Team Members

Company Overview: Since 1996, we have been the foremost leader in property restoration for South-Central Wisconsin's property owners and insurance providers. We consistently set new standards for excellence in restoration and are seeking exceptional individuals to join our expanding team. We are committed to fostering professional and personal growth among our team members through comprehensive training, mentoring, and diverse certifications. Our foundation is built on unwavering customer service, collaborative team dynamics, and impeccable integrity, securing our position as a market leader that ensures both job satisfaction and security. We are proud of our Team’s Culture and proudly uphold our Vision, Mission, and Values:

Our Culture: Team ~ Tempo ~ Truth
Our Vision: To provide extraordinary care while serving people in their time of need.
Our Mission: To provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results.
Our Values: Deliver what you promise. Respect the individual. Have pride in what you do. Practice continuous improvement.

Position Overview: The Accounting Manager, CPA oversees the full scope of the organization’s financial leadership, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and ongoing analysis of key performance metrics. This role ensures accurate accounting operations, strong internal controls, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective cash‑flow and risk management. This individual also leads the finance and accounting team while optimizing systems, processes, and technology to support operational efficiency and business insights. Beyond core financial stewardship, the position collaborates across departments, contributes to organizational development, supports business growth initiatives, and actively participates in company culture, leadership development, and team‑wide engagement activities.

Employee Benefits:

Full Family Medical/Health Insurance Benefit (Up to 70% employer-paid monthly premium)
Generous employer paid medical deductible through an HRA
Domestic Partner coverage
Life & Disability Insurance
Affordable employee-paid dental and vision benefits
Up to 4% match for 401k or Roth IRA (fully vested upon eligibility)
Generous paid time off (PTO) along with 8 paid holidays
Company profit sharing after one year of employment
Company-sponsored training and leadership development opportunities

Responsibilities:

Financial Planning, Budgeting, & Analysis

Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes from both financial and operational perspectives.
Provide financial planning and analysis support including budget/forecast to actual and pertinent financial & operational KPI analysis
Review, approve, record, track and analyze all budgeted capital expenditures
Forecast and manage short term cash flow and key business metrics weekly/monthly

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and financial reporting packages.
Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and supporting schedules, reconciliations, and write-ups for internal and external reporting, including operational and regional segment reporting, variances/trends vs. budget/prior periods, and recommendations
Oversee the recording of financial and non-financial transactions in accordance with US GAAP including managerial/intercompany transactions
Maintain an orderly accounting system and records including the chart of accounts, revenue, expense, asset, liability, and equity transactions
Ensure general ledger payroll entries, accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions are processed accurately, timely and with appropriate approvals

Internal Controls, Compliance, & Risk Management

Develop, implement, and monitor internal control structure for Finance/Accounting department and organization including cash receipts, cash disbursements, project/job costing, monthly close and general ledger account reconciliation processes
Oversee and optimize cash flow management through cash receipts, cash disbursements, planned purchases, current cash balances and investments, and liquidity related to working capital line of credit
Comply with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings, including employee withholding oversight and reporting
Identify, evaluate, and manage financial & operational risks to the organization including risk mitigation strategies and annual insurance coverage renewals

Systems, Technology, & Process Optimization

Oversee and optimize software systems environment including accounting & ancillary transaction software to streamline accounting functions, and work with operations project management software to maximize efficiencies and gain business insights.
Maintain existing accounting system, billing, purchasing/inventory, and related systems and evaluate new systems as requested/needed

Leadership, Team Management, & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Oversee all accounting and finance personnel
Attend and actively participate in leadership development training and coaching
Participates in marketing and business development as the need arises
Participates in emergency services when an “All hands-on deck” scenario arises
Participate in Paul Davis social events, Goal Setting and Review, All Team Meetings. and other opportunities
Complete special assignments and other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Requirements:

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
5 years of accounting and finance experience
CPA

Preferred:

Public accounting and job cost accounting experience
Experience in general construction or building restoration

Physical:

Ability to consistently type, use a mouse, and look at a screen for extended periods.
Stand and sit for long periods of time

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Clear, proactive communication in written and spoken English
Strong relationship-building and networking skills.
Accounting (Quickbooks/SageIntacct), Reporting (PowerBI/Qvinci) knowledge
Excellence with Office 365 programs including Outlook, Excel, Word, and more
Experience with CRM Software (NextGear Solutions/Salesforce)
High degree of urgency in serving internal and external customers
Work independently and efficiently as a reliable team member in a deadline-oriented environment
Manage time effectively and adapt schedule to changing priorities
Adept with technology and able to learn and operate industry-related software
Committed to practicing continuous improvement

Why Our Team Needs You: Our mission is to assist individuals in recovering from disasters such as fires, floods, and storms. Serving those in their time of need is both a challenging and rewarding career. Empathy and honesty are essential, as many homeowners have experienced significant losses and are often emotionally affected. Your role is crucial in building trust-based relationships and contributing to successful project completions as part of our dedicated team.

Paul Davis is an equal opportunity employer.