Accounting Operational Manager, A/P, A/R and Payroll

Accounting Operational Manager, A/P, A/R and Payroll

The Accounting Manager is responsible to oversees the Company’s day-to-day financial transactions and processes, including payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. They bridge the gap between financial reporting and business efficiency, managing accounting staff for these areas and driving system automation to ensure accurate, timely close cycles and regulatory compliance.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Manages Accounts Payable (AP) function including setting up vendors and maintaining good vendor relations, overseeing AP group which handles all US and International check/wire transfer disbursements, receiving and reconciling numerous company credit cards, preparing and issuing 1099s, reviewing employee expense reimbursements, and monitoring adequacy of cash flow

Manages Payroll function including reviewing US and International time sheets for timeliness and accuracy, reviewing ADPs payroll register for employee deductions and overseas allowances, reviewing annual W-2s and W-3s for accuracy, ensuring timely payment of payroll taxes and other payroll related payments, and keeping apprised of new labor laws impacting payroll requirements

Responsible for general ledger, accounts payable, and cost accounting related to these areas

Part of monthly closing process and posting of month end information

Ensures accuracy of AP and Payroll data for financial statements

Develops, implements and maintains systems, procedures and policies relating to AP, AR and Payroll functions to ensure adherence to company guidelines

Enters status change information into company system to ensure employee information is accurate and up to date

Acts as a liaison between the company, government and external accountants to meet information needs    and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes

Prepares and recommends operating and personnel budgets for approval

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related field is a must

Eight or more years of accounting experience

Two or more years of supervisory experience included

Experience working with generally accepted accounting principles and accounting software

Must have ADP system experience, as well as 1099 filing experience

Strong personal computer and business solutions software skills

Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with staff, internal and external clients, and upper management

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Good presentation skills for educating employees on accounting principles and company AP/payroll policies and procedures

Good planning and organizational skills to balance and prioritize work 

Ability to be flexible and thrive in a diverse fast paced team environment

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Salary Range based on Experience: $95,000-$110,000 Annually

EOE/Disability/Veteran
FEI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and a 401(k) plan with a 6% company match in company stock.
We also provide a very generous paid time off policy, along with 11 paid holidays.
In addition, we operate on a 9/80 work schedule, which gives employees every other Friday off. This schedule includes longer workdays—9 hours and 45 minutes with a mandatory 45-minute lunch break. One week consists of four workdays (36 hours), and the following week includes five workdays (45 hours). Despite this variation, employees are paid for a consistent 40-hour workweek, with weekly pay.