job summary: NYS-listed manufacturing company is growing their accounting department and seeking a full-cycle Accounting Manager for a newly created position. The Accounting Manager will provide leadership and coordination of a significant divisional accounting close process, full cycle accounting processes; financial statements; internal reporting; risk management; internal control oversight; and external audit administration. location: Saint Petersburg, Florida job type: Permanent salary: $135,000 - 145,000 per year work hours: 8 to 5 education: Bachelor's degree experience: 7 Years responsibilities: Primary responsibility includes all aspects of full cycle accounting processes for a significant division. Manages the monthly accounting close efficiently and accurately Directs the preparation and ensures the accuracy of all financial reports; including income statements, balance sheets, management reports Supervises, develops and provides guidance to accounting staff Uses automation and process efficiency to shorten and improve the close cycle Reviews balance sheet reconciliations and assists with maintenance of specific schedules Performs distribution and assessment cycles within SAP, including the creation and maintenance of cost centers and profit centers Assists in analyzing and reviewing transactions for proper GAAP treatment Maintains an environment, which cultivates open communication, collaboration, and teamwork with all departments, including corporate and other business divisions, throughout the company Special projects, other duties/responsibilities as assigned qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Required 7+ years total accounting experience SAP accounting experience highly preferred Knowledge and understanding of GAAP and SOX compliance Excellent analytical reasoning and problem solving skills Project management skills and experience Experience working with external auditors, internal controls and compliance related issues CPA or pursuing CPA license skills: Financial Statements, Consolidations, CPA, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, GAAP, Month-End Close, Sarbanes-Oxley, SOX, CPA Candidate, Audit - Internal, Audit - External, Risk - Management Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.