Accounting Manager

  Based in our National Support Center in south Denver, (I-25 & Colorado Blvd) Tuff Shed is recruiting for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our busy and growing accounting team.  Reporting to the VP of Accounting, the Accounting Manager will be recording, reconciling, and reporting transactions within the general ledger, including preparing journal entries, schedules and analysis for the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. Essential job duties for this position include but are not strictly limited to: Sales and use taxes and property taxes: Ensures compliance with tax laws Reviews tax submissions to taxation authorities at the federal, state, city and county levels accurately and in a timely manner Obtains most favorable tax position for the company Updates the company sales tax database as tax rates change Ensures registration is complete with any newly established tax nexus    Maintains electronic banking database for sales and use tax payments Coordinates audits by various taxation authorities Negotiates with tax authorities over tax payment issues Research and drafts technical accounting memos to support the basis for tax positions taken   General Accounting: Manage full cycle fixed asset reporting Manage full cycle lease reporting under ASC 842 Assist with month-end close to ensure process is timely and producing accurate financials Reviews selected balance sheet account reconciliations monthly Lead and develop direct reports Draft technical accounting memos to support our position under GAAP Perform all other duties, tasks and responsibilities assigned by Tuff Shed Management   Leadership/Management: 2 – 4 direct reports Leads, coaches, and develops accounting team members to support both individual growth and departmental objectives Establishes clear expectations, monitors performance, and provides timely feedback and accountability Promotes a culture of accuracy, responsiveness, continuous improvement, and customer service within the account department Prioritizes workloads and allocates resources to ensure deadlines and business objectives are achieved Assists in recruiting, onboarding, training, and retaining accounting personnel Serves as a technical resource and mentor to accounting staff Builds strong working relationships across operations, sales, HR, IT, and executive leadership Supports organizational initiatives, acquisitions, system implementations, and process integration efforts as needed   SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Proven, hands-on experience in a responsible accounting position.  Experience in the manufacturing industry is preferred. Experience in an Accounting Manager capacity highly preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Internet applications required.  Experience in utilizing ERP software, especially JDE is a plus Experience in utilizing Customer Relations Management (CRM) software – including Salesforce.com, or similar systems is highly preferred Ability to use mathematical, accounting, and financial tools as they apply to Tuff Shed business Ability to solve business problems using sound logic and good judgment Ability to prepare written correspondence and reports which create a professional image for Tuff Shed Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, including customers, business partners, suppliers, co-workers, managers and the general public   EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or Tax preferred     NSC2021