Brady Plus

We are in search of an Accounting Manager to join our growing team. The Accounting Manager will lead with planning and directing the accounting activities of the department.  This role will be responsible for the execution of accurate and timely financial reporting to the parent company, BradyPlus and will support with activities pertaining to the maintenance of the general ledger and completion of monthly financial statements. The Accounting Manager will oversee all General Ledger (including bank and account reconciliations), AP, Accounts Receivable/Credit personnel and governmental filings.  This will be supported by corporate team but will be responsible for a $20m non integrated business unit.  

This role has the ability to become a hybrid position (3 days in the office, 2 days’ work from home) based out of our Hagerstown, MD location.

Responsibilities Include:

• Act as a key member of the finance leadership team leading accounting for a $20m+ subsidiary of a $5b organization.
• Manage Accounts Receivable (Cash Applications) / Collections and Credit.
• Sales Commissions on Monthly / quarterly basis.
• Accounts Payables (trade and non-trade), including weekly check / ach run.
• Manage rebate receivables against collections, primarily for cost deviation reimbursements.
• Support financial integration initiatives with parent company, BradyPlus; collaborate on projects to reach business objectives.
• Establish internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions and budget preparation.
• Present recommendations to leadership on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements in all areas of responsibility. 
• Prepare adhoc reporting but not limited to key reconciliations and roll forwards, ABL support, audit requests.
• Summarize and prepare financial status and transactions reports, including a profit and loss statement, and components of reporting package typically BD 2-3 business days.
• Manage back-end income “Vendor Rebate” process reconciliation utilizing vendor spend, specific program and reconciling to cash, credits and deductions received/taken.
• Prepare / review customer GL upload file billing including reconciliation to source systems.
• Maintain and implement accounting controls to be SOX compliant.
• Assist with the financial budgeting, forecasting and monitoring.
• Act as business partner to sales, operations, procurement, FP&A and IT.
• Support parent company with analyzing weekly cash forecasting, tax and financial reporting requests.
• Facilitate and prepare PBCs during financial audits to fulfill requests timely and act as a liaison with external auditors.
• Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations and ensure that reconciling items are resolved timely.
• Prepare monthly customer dashboards and weekly finance dashboards in preparation for leadership meeting.
• Prepare financial analyses and reports.
• Investigate and resolve audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance.
• Liaise with warehouse for cycle and inventory counts.
• Additional duties or special projects as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, or Related Field; dual major in Finance a plus.
• At least 3 years of experience managing an accounting team.
• At least 6 years of experience stemming from corporate accounting, Big Four / National Accounting audit or Accounting Advisory practice.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• A high degree of business acumen.
• Experience with or providing services to a public or PE owned organization.
• In depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline driven environment.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
• Computer proficiency to include Microsoft Word and advanced / expert Excel skills.
• Experience with sales and use tax and associated nexus a plus.
• Experience supporting a distribution firm a plus.
• Experience in a SOX environment a plus.
• Experience preparing and posting journal entries a plus.  
• DDI, P21, OneStream software experience a plus.

The pay range for this role is $80,000- $100,000 per year. This range represents what the company reasonably expects to pay an associate for this role based on current market data, internal equity, and other business factors. The actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other considerations. In addition to base pay, BradyPLUS offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health and well-being of our associates and their families. Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), 401(k) Retirement and more.

BradyPLUS is a leading national distributor of solutions for JanSan, Foodservice and Industrial Packaging. We deliver the right SUPPLIES + SUPPORT to ensure businesses are more successful every day. We offer premium brands, expert advice, and exceptional customer experiences. Our 6,000 associates across 180+ locations have a passion for delivering innovative solutions for the business challenges of today and tomorrow. Together, we serve thousands of customers nationwide in end markets including education, government, healthcare, hospitality, restaurants, building services, food packaging & processing, and grocery.  We strive to be the best employer we can. We value people, we embrace change and we reach higher. Join us and see what the BUZZ is about! To learn more visit us at www.BradyPLUS.com. 

BradyPLUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, marital status or civil union status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or any other characteristic protected by law. We also provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.