Accounting Manager

Storm Smart is one of the largest manufacturers of storm protection products in the Americas. We have an extensive list of accomplishments, including being recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of North America's fastest-growing privately held corporations.

Since our start in 1996, we have helped nearly 100,000 homeowners increase the value of their property by making their homes safer from storms and more energy efficient. We continue revolutionizing the storm protection industry powered by the most talented people with an unwavering drive to be the best.

Because we believe in our workforce, you will be welcomed into a winning culture that encourages continuous improvement, a challenging and rewarding work environment with a genuine desire to see each other succeed.

We Also Offer The Following

• Competitive Pay
• Health, Dental and Vision
• Company-paid Group Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes a 4% employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid Short Term Disability Plan
• Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident plans
• Volunteer Time Off
• Parental Leave
  
  

At Storm Smart, our success depends on people, productivity, and procedures.

The Accounting Manager role requires a proactive leader with a strong accounting background, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to handle complex financial tasks in a dynamic industry environment. You will ensure accuracy in financial reporting, manage the month-end close process, maintain cost controls, and support strategic financial decision-making to drive company growth.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Financial Reporting: Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop, monitor, and report on budgets, forecasts, and financial plans in alignment with company goals.
• Cost Accounting: Analyze manufacturing and construction costs to provide insights on profitability, including standard and variance analysis.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable Management: Oversee AP and AR functions, ensuring accuracy, timely billing, collections, and payment processing.
• General Ledger Maintenance: Ensure the integrity of general ledger accounts, prepare journal entries, and review account reconciliations.
• Financial Audits: Coordinate internal and external audits, maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring compliance with accounting policies.
• Compliance and Taxation: Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and systems; implement best practices.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor accounting staff, conducting performance reviews and providing training as needed.
  
  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Required Skills/ Abilities

• Knowledge & Skills:
• Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (xlookup, pivot tables, charts, graphs, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Personal Attributes:
• High integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
  

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years in accounting, with 3+ years in a supervisory role, preferably within the manufacturing or construction industry.
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Primarily office-based with occasional visits to manufacturing and construction sites.
• May require extended hours during month-end close or audit periods.
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work in, on, around, over, and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work from lifts, ladders, and scaffolding; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies, and/or exert 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls and machinery; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions, to wear and work in personnel protective equipment.

Storm Smart is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.