Manager - Accounting

SHI International

Somerset, New Jersey

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Automation, Balance Sheet, Business Intelligence, Business Support, Cash Flow, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, Diversity, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Flux Analysis, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), IT Procurement, Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Operational Support, Performance Metrics, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Process Management, Productivity Management, Profit & Loss, Public Accounting, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Reconciliation, Reporting Dashboards, Retail, Risk Analysis, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Tableau, Team Building, Team Player, Technical Support, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Somerset, New Jersey
POSTED
3 days ago

About Us

Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We’ve grown every year since, and today we’re proud to be a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services.

 

Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI’s concierge approach to help them solve what’s next. But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees – all 7,000 of them. If you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

  • Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S.

  • Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities.

  • Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family.

  • World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive – in our offices or yours. 

Job Summary

The Manager – Accounting is responsible for leading end-to-end accounting operations and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information across the US business. This role oversees all aspects of the financial close process, directs internal reporting delivery, maintains a strong control environment, and partners across Finance and Operations to support informed decision-making. The Manager is accountable for producing high-quality outputs, implementing process improvements, and elevating the effectiveness of the accounting function.

Role Description:

Accounting Operations

  • Lead daily accounting activities, including general ledger (GL) oversight, reconciliations, accruals, and sub-ledger integrity.

  • Manage all aspects of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to deliver timely and accurate financial results.

  • Review, approve, and validate journal entries, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.

  • Maintain a documented internal control framework and ensure compliance with US GAAP.

  • Coordinate audit requests and partner with external auditors.

Key Deliverables

  • Month-end close deliverables, including:

    • Review of account reconciliations

    • Review of journal entry summaries and supporting documentation

    • Close variance analysis and commentary

    • Preparation of US GAAP entries

  • Quarterly Balance Sheet Review Deck, including risk assessments, reconciliation status, and material variances.

  • Audit-ready documentation, including Provided-by-Client (PBC) lists, testing samples, control evidence, and narrative updates.

  • Updated accounting policies and procedure documentation.

  • Internal control testing results and remediation action plans.

  • Close calendars and standardized operational checklists.

Internal Financial Reporting

  • Lead preparation of monthly internal reporting packages for senior leadership.

  • Analyze and interpret financial results to deliver meaningful insights.

  • Standardize reporting processes, templates, and KPI dashboards.

  • Improve data accuracy and enhance visibility into operational performance.

Key Deliverables

  • Monthly internal reporting package (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow), including:

    • Variance explanations (actuals vs. prior year)

    • Trend analyses (run rates, cost behavior, margin performance, etc.)

    • KPI dashboards and operational metrics

    • Executive-level commentary

  • Reporting SOPs and standardized templates across the Finance function.

  • Monthly flux analysis supporting internal and external audit requirements.

Leadership & Collaboration

  • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders, including FP&A, Payroll, Finance Operations, Procurement, IT, and Operations teams.

  • Provide accounting guidance and support to business initiatives.

Key Deliverables

  • Team development plans, including performance goals, competency assessments, and training plans.

  • Cross-functional alignment documentation, including process maps and ownership matrices.

  • Monthly collaboration checkpoints to ensure accuracy of end-to-end financial processes.

Process & Systems Improvement

  • Identify and lead opportunities for automation, standardization, and optimization of accounting processes.

  • Drive system enhancements within ERP and reporting tools.

  • Strengthen process discipline and scalability across accounting operations.

Key Deliverables

  • Documented process improvements, including before-and-after workflows and expected efficiencies.

  • Automation initiatives with measurable time savings (e.g., BlackLine automation, Excel macros, BI dashboards).

  • ERP and system enhancement requirements, user acceptance testing (UAT) results, and rollout training materials.

  • Standard operating procedures (SOPs) across accounting cycles.

  • Operational KPIs, such as close cycle time, reconciliation completion rates, data quality metrics, and control effectiveness.

Skill Level Requirements

  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal control frameworks

  • Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret large datasets

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (e.g., D365); experience with BlackLine is beneficial

  • Ability to lead and manage complex accounting processes, including financial close and reporting

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial review and validation

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders

  • Process improvement mindset with experience in automation, standardization, and operational efficiency

Other Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

  • 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including hands-on experience in financial close and internal reporting

  • CPA Certificaiton

Preferred

  • Public accounting experience is a plus

  • Experience designing dashboards or automated reporting using Power BI, Workiva, Tableau, or similar tools

  • Industry experience in manufacturing, distribution, retail, technology, or other operationally complex environments

  • Experience with process automation, continuous improvement methodologies, or finance system transformations

  • Experience with enterprise ERP systems and adaptability to new platforms.

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The estimated annual pay range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000 which includes a base salary and bonus. The compensation for this position is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location and, therefore, will vary from individual to individual. Benefits may include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending.   

Equal Employment Opportunity – M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status 

About the Company

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SHI International

Constantly growing in response to the needs of our customers in all sectors and verticals, SHI has transformed itself from a $1 million "software-only" regional reseller into a $8.5 billion global provider of information technology products and services. Dynamic, scalable, innovative solutions delivered with world-class customer support have made SHI the complete IT hardware, software and professional services solution provider it is today.

Under the guidance of our current ownership for nearly 30 years, SHI has never been faced with a merger or acquisition that could distract us from supporting our customers. Remaining focused on the job at hand has allowed us to forge long-term relationships with the clients and OEM partners who remain our most loyal and ardent supporters. The most important metric by which success can be measured - the rate at which we retain our customers - is 99%, ranking SHI among the highest in our industry or any other!

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer Software
FOUNDED
1989
WEBSITE
https://www.shi.com/