Manager Accounting

Accounting Manager

Advantage Solutions is seeking an Accounting Manager to join our dynamic and growing accounting team. This role reports to the Assistant Controller and is focused on the operational execution of the month-end close. The Accounting Manager will be a hands-on contributor to prepare and review journal entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure timely and accurate close processes.

The Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Responsibilities

Execute and oversee monthly close activities to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and support schedules across multiple business units

• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX 404, and internal control requirements

• Partner with Shared Services, FP&A, Tax, and Treasury to resolve issues, validate balances, and ensure alignment of financial results

• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to requests, and maintaining proper documentation

• Identify and implement process improvements, with a focus on standardization and automation to drive efficiency

• Participate in special projects, including system enhancements, process redesign, and finance transformation initiatives

Qualifications

• Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree (Accounting; CPA strongly preferred)

• Experience Requirements: 4-6 years experience in relevant field (Process Improvement experience preferred)

• Travel requirement: Some travel expected

Supervisor Responsibility

Direct Reports: Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources

Indirect Reports: May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and month-end close processes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems preferred

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office / Sedentary Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically, requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may require the ability to lift up to 10lbs.

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

The Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee monthly close activities to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and support schedules across multiple business units

• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX 404, and internal control requirements

• Partner with Shared Services, FP&A, Tax, and Treasury to resolve issues, validate balances, and ensure alignment of financial results

• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to requests, and maintaining proper documentation

• Identify and implement process improvements, with a focus on standardization and automation to drive efficiency

• Participate in special projects, including system enhancements, process redesign, and finance transformation initiatives

Qualifications

• Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree (Accounting; CPA strongly preferred)

• Experience Requirements: 4-6 years experience in relevant field (Process Improvement experience preferred)

• Travel requirement: Some travel expected

Supervisor Responsibility

Direct Reports: Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources

Indirect Reports: May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and month-end close processes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems preferred

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office / Sedentary Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically, requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may require the ability to lift up to 10lbs.

Additional Information Regarding Job Duties
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job positions, or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of associates so classified. The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.