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Who we are:

Circuit Check is the market-leading provider of automated test systems and test fixtures for complex electronic products for the automotive, military/aerospace, medical, industrial, and computer networking industries. At Circuit Check, we believe that innovation is a must, and that a challenging and robust environment where the work is consistently new and cutting edge is the best way to foster creativity. If you are ready to further your career in a fast-paced, technology driven organization where our test designs impact products that are used by millions of people around the world every day, then we invite you to join us at Circuit Check. Our design staff includes electrical, software, mechanical engineers, and project managers. Our systems are supported by staff throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Malaysia, and China.

Primary Objective of Position:

The Accounting Manager position has a critical role within CCI. In addition to overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, they will collaborate on a regular basis with the Sales and Project Management teams and will work closely with the System and Accounting Analytics Manager to ensure data integrity. The role is responsible for managing core accounting processes and understanding how operational workflows impact financial data. They will work alongside the Controller to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, compliance to internal policies and procedures, and adherence to GAAP accounting.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Month End Close and Reporting
  • Lead accounting team through monthly closing process; manage the execution of all month-end tasks within the team and ensure timeliness and accuracy
  • Post/approve journal entries as required and oversee/review account reconciliations to maintain balance sheet integrity with particular focus on reserves and WIP
  • Prepare monthly financial statements for each entity along with consolidated financials and analytics; support the Controller in financial statement review and audit preparation
  • Calculate monthly commissions and provide detailed statements to Sales team members; work with payroll to ensure timely payments.
• Cash Flow Management
  • Monitor daily cash activity; ensure accurate and timely recording of cash activity to support cash forecasting through the delivery of accurate and timely AR, AP, and project data
  • Lead the accounts payable and receivable teams, ensuring timely submission of customer invoices, collections and supplier payments.
• Job Costing & Project Accounting
  • Support percentage of completion accounting practices and adherence to ASC 606
  • Provide monthly analysis of project profitability and margins; partner with Project Managers to track costs, understand margins and forecast revenues
  • Ensure standard costs are accurate and updated timely; work with operations to provide monthly analysis of cost variances.
• Team Leadership & Development
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements within the accounting department and work to implement best practices
  • Provide leadership and guidance to the accounting team.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or MBA a plus
• Minimum of 6 years progressively responsible accounting experience including General Ledger, Financial Reporting and Inventory Analysis; preferably with management experience
• Familiar working in multinational manufacturing environment
• Possess a thorough knowledge of project-based accounting (ASC606).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Focus on internal and external customer needs
• Organization and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive business information
• A hands-on individual with integrity and a desire to work in a dynamic, change-based environment
• An effective communicator, with strong oral and written skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate level competency in Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with ERP or similar integrated information systems is a plus
• Requires a strong initiative, proactive nature and a sense of urgency
• Great attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks
• This position may require working additional hours during periods of peak demand
• Maintains confidentiality and security of intellectual property (CUI-ITAR, Prototype).

Physical Requirements (these physical requirements must be performed with or without accommodation):

• Majority of time is spent in usual office working conditions
• Ability to sit for extended lengths of time is required; bend, reach, stoop and twist as required
• Use of an office computer for completing work.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of key responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Compensation includes base salary and performance-based annual bonus. Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and retirement programs. Paid leave includes paid time off and holiday pay.

Individual base pay is based on various factors, including work location, relevant experience and skills, the responsibility of the role, and job duties/requirements. For this role, our current base pay range for new hire is $105,000 - $118,000.