Accounting Manager

Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Bluebird Network is a communications infrastructure provider and data center operator owned by Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets Inc., a subsidiary of Macquarie Capital. Since 1999, Bluebird has provided internet and transport services via its fiber infrastructure to Carriers and Enterprises throughout the Midwest. Bluebird now owns two data centers; an underground facility in Springfield, MO and a new facility in the Quad Cities. Bluebird operates over 9,800 fiber route miles of high-speed broadband and fiber-optic connections with over 60,000 on-net and near-net buildings and 151 Points of Presence (PoP) sites spanning the Midwest, including the major cities of Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield (MO and IL), Champaign-Urbana, Peoria, and the Quad Cities. To learn more, please visit BluebirdNetwork.com.

Who will I work for?

Join an amazing team of telecommunication professionals! Bluebird Network is a dynamic growing company in need of an IT Support Specialist to be a part of a collaborative team. Bluebird Network is a premier Mid-west fiber and data solutions provider, with over 20 years of success in the industry. All of us at Bluebird Network work hard to meet goals and objectives for the organization and live the mission and values of this growing company to meet a common goal.

Here at Bluebird we proactively embrace diversity and cultivate a culture of inclusion. We respect and value each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

What will I do?

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our dynamic team in the telecommunications industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, inventory accounting, fixed asset accounting, and job accounting. As an Accounting Manager, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health and integrity of the organization.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

Month-End and Year-End Closing:

• Implement accruals and adjustments as necessary to reflect accurate financial positions.
• Work collaboratively with department heads to capture any unrecorded liabilities or revenues.
• Lead and coordinate the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded before the close of the accounting periods.
• Provide insightful analysis of financial performance, highlighting key trends and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting standards.

Account Reconciliations:

• Conduct regular account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial data.
• Supervise the reconciliation process, ensuring all accounts are reconciled regularly and discrepancies are addressed promptly.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, ensuring the integrity of financial information.

Inventory and Fixed Asset Accounting:

• Oversee the inventory accounting process, including valuation and reconciliation.
• Collaborate with relevant departments to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Oversee inventory accounting, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting.
• Manage the fixed asset accounting process, including tracking, depreciation, and disposals.
• Conduct periodic reviews to ensure compliance with capitalization policies.

Job Accounting:

• Monitor and manage job accounting activities, ensuring accurate allocation of costs to projects.
• Oversee the completion of job costing activities, ensuring all jobs are closed timely.
• Collaborate with project managers to track and analyze project financial performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or CMA designation is a plus.
• Proven experience 5+ years in accounting roles with a focus on full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, inventory accounting, fixed asset accounting, and job accounting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Microsoft Business Central, a plus) and Microsoft Excel.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Telecom industry experience is preferred, but not required.