[Remote] Accounting Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Alliance Laundry Systems LLC is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join their finance organization. This role is responsible for leading the financial close processes, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, and maintaining strong internal controls while partnering closely with operations and Corporate Accounting.ResponsibilitiesLead and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process for assigned distribution locations to ensure accurate, timely, and complete financial reportingReview and approve journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for completeness and accuracyPerform and/or review financial statement flux analyses to identify, explain, and resolve period-over-period variances and unusual trendsReview financial statements and close results for completeness, accuracy, and reasonableness prior to close finalizationEnsure close deliverables are completed on time and in accordance with company close calendars, policies, and proceduresPrepare and review management reporting schedules and other close-related deliverables for assigned locationsSupport the Corporate Accounting team, as needed, by providing information, analysis, and documentation for consolidated financial reporting packages and management reporting schedulesSupport the Corporate Accounting team in responding to questions and providing documentation related to SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and other external reporting requirements, as applicableEnsure accurate accounting for distribution-related transactions and activities, including inventory adjustments, freight and logistics costs, accruals, reserves, fixed assets, leases, intercompany activity, and other assigned accounting areasPartner with site leadership and operations teams to understand business activity and ensure financial results appropriately reflect operational performanceSupport accounting for site-specific issues, operational changes, and non-routine transactionsMonitor and analyze account activity and balances to identify risks, unusual items, and required follow-upProvide accounting guidance and support to site accountants and other team members on distribution-related accounting mattersMaintain a strong control environment by ensuring compliance with company policies, standardized close procedures, reconciliation standards, and internal control requirementsReview balance sheet reconciliations and supporting documentation to ensure accounts are accurate, timely, fully supported, and appropriately reviewedOversee execution of assigned SOX controls and ensure documentation is completed accurately and on timeSupport internal and external audit requests by providing documentation, responding to inquiries, and addressing follow-up items in a timely mannerIdentify control gaps, process weaknesses, and opportunities to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of accounting processesServe as a key accounting partner to General Managers, site leadership, operations, HR, and other cross-functional stakeholders across assigned distribution locationsCommunicate proactively regarding close status, accounting issues, financial risks, and actions needed to resolve open itemsSupport budget, forecast, and financial analysis activities by providing accurate accounting information and insight into period resultsAssist with ad hoc requests, operational analysis, and special projects as neededSupervise, coach, and develop site accountants or other accounting team members supporting the distribution networkSet clear expectations, assign work effectively, and drive accountability for quality and timeliness of deliverablesProvide guidance to team members on close responsibilities, reconciliations, accounting issues, and control executionPromote a culture of ownership, responsiveness, continuous improvement, and high-quality execution across the teamSkillsBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including operational, business-unit, plant, distribution, or corporate accounting experienceStrong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, monthly close processes, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysisExperience with SOX compliance, audit support, and internal controlsStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a deadline-driven environmentProficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft ExcelCPA preferredExperience in a publicly traded company environment preferredPrior leadership or team supervision experience preferredExperience supporting accounting in a distribution, logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, or multi-site operating environmentExperience partnering with General Managers, site leaders, and operational teamsExperience managing site-level close, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliationsExperience supporting external audits and SOX compliance in a public company environmentExperience with systems such as SAP, Tm1, or FloQast is a plusCompany OverviewAt Alliance Laundry Systems, our family of brands offers solutions to a worldwide customer base through the delivery of premium quality laundry products and services. It was founded in 1908, and is headquartered in Ripon, Wisconsin, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://alliancelaundry.com/.