Accounting Manager

About the Role Zero Hiring is partnering with a leading multi-location retail organisation to recruit an Accounting Manager for their Edison, NJ finance team. Our client is the #1 selling furniture brand in the world and the #1 retailer of furniture and bedding in the United States. With continued growth across locations, the Accounting Manager plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of the company's financial operations. Position Summary The Accounting Manager leads the month-end close process, maintains strong internal controls, oversees day-to-day accounting functions, and supports financial reporting, audit readiness, and strategic business initiatives. This role serves as a key business partner across departments—providing timely financial information, identifying opportunities for process improvement, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies. Key Responsibilities Financial Close & Reporting Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules Maintain ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and related controls Partner with Finance leadership to prepare monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and management reporting Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial reporting General Ledger Management Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts Review complex accounting transactions and ensure compliance with GAAP Analyse accounting variances and investigate discrepancies Provide technical accounting guidance to team members and business partners Ensure appropriate accounting treatment for payroll, incentive compensation, accruals, and other key accounting areas Operational Accounting Oversight Oversee accounts payable processes, vendor payments, and cash disbursements Review payment runs and ensure alignment with cash flow requirements Monitor vendor activity and resolve invoice, receipt, and reconciliation issues Partner with operational teams to improve financial processes and controls Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls Coordinate annual financial statement audits and external audit requests Prepare and review audit schedules and supporting documentation Maintain compliance with internal controls and accounting policies Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks Ensure audit readiness throughout the year Treasury, Insurance & Risk Management Support treasury activities, cash management, and banking relationships Manage accounting activities related to insurance programmes and claims Monitor insurance accruals and related financial reporting Assist with risk management initiatives and financial compliance requirements Leadership & Team Development Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards Conduct performance reviews and support professional development planning Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and operational excellence Support recruiting, onboarding, and succession planning within the accounting function Cross-Functional Partnership Collaborate with FP&A, HR, Operations, Merchandising, Supply Chain, and Executive Leadership Provide financial insights that support business decisions Participate in special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 6–10 years of progressive accounting experience Minimum 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements Experience managing month-end close processes Experience coordinating external audits Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Experience working within ERP and financial reporting systems Preferred Qualifications CPA designation Retail, distribution, or multi-location business experie…