Job Description
The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day accounting operations for Brinks North America, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with US GAAP and company policies. This role partners closely with field operations, finance leadership, and corporate teams to support a complex, high-volume environment involving cash management, logistics, and service operations.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close
- Lead and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules.
- Review journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses (AP, AR, Prepaids, etc.).
- Analyze financial results and provide insights to senior leadership.
Operational Accounting
- Oversee accounting for revenue recognition, cost of services, and operational expenses across multiple locations.
- Partner with operations teams to ensure proper accounting for cash logistics, vault services, and transportation activities.
- Monitor and improve processes around high-volume transactional environments.
- Fleet capitalization (trucks acquisition, sale lease back, repowers, etc.)
Internal Controls & Compliance
- Maintain and enhance a strong internal control environment in compliance with SOX requirements.
- Ensure adherence to Brinks' policies, procedures, and audit standards.
- Support internal and external audit processes, including documentation and remediation.
Team Leadership
- Manage, develop, and mentor a team of accountants and analysts.
- Driving accountability, performance management, and professional development.
- Allocate resources effectively to meet deadlines and business priorities.
Business Partnership
- Collaborate with FP&A, operations, and regional leaders to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Identify cost savings and operational efficiency opportunities.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Promote automation and continuous improvement in accounting processes.
- Support ERP and financial system enhancements (e.g., Great Plains, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
- Implement best practices to improve data accuracy and reporting speed.
Qualifications
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting
- CPA or MBA preferred
Experience
- 6-10 years of progressive accounting experience
- Experience in large, multi-location or service-based organizations (preferred)
- Prior experience in logistics, transportation, or cash-intensive businesses is a plus
- Management or supervisory experience required
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls (SOX)
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage high-volume, detail-oriented environments
- Excellent leadership and team development capabilities
- Strong communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders
- Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
Work Environment
- Fast-paced, operationally driven environment supporting critical financial infrastructure
- Frequent interaction with cross-functional teams including operations, treasury, and corporate finance
- Hybrid or office-based, depending on location
Key Success Factors
- Ability to balance accuracy with speed in a high-volume setting
- Strong ownership mindset and accountability
- Continuous improvement focus
- Effective collaboration with operations teams
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Coppell, TX |
| Industry | Transportation and Warehousing |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1859 |
| Website | https://www.brinks.com/en/ |
About Company
Your future is here today.
At Brink's, we provide a supportive and challenging work environment, diverse job opportunities and the chance to make a difference. We invest in you, develop your talents and help you maximize your potential. If you're ready to play a vital role in a growing, Fortune 1000® company recognized for service excellence, you've come to the right place.
Who We Are
As a world leading provider of secure transportation and cash management services, Brink's has been transporting cash and valuables since 1859. We are a full-service provider of secure logistics solutions utilizing our advanced technology, equipment and communications systems to provide end-to-end cash management.
Brink's, Incorporated specializes in worldwide security transportation and cash logistics as one of two core businesses of The Brink's Company (NYSE: BCO), a global leader in security services. Brink's U.S., a division of Brink's, Incorporated, is the largest provider of armored transportation services in the United States, encompassing 9,361 U.S. Employees, 150 vaults, 250 branches and 2,333 armored vehicles.
Brink's Company Culture
At Brink's, teamwork is not just a concept; it's our way of doing business. We rely on each other to achieve our common goals and together, we celebrate our accomplishments. We're united in our efforts to advance Brink's market leadership and to cultivate the values for which Brink's is known.
Why Brink's?
We're different.
The Brink's difference is simple. At Brink's we constantly invest in new technologies and industry alliances that redefine the way we do business. Brink's continually develops stringent performance measures to promote constant improvement and unwavering commitment to excellence. Our integrity is second to none.
Our People
At Brink's, we believe our people are the difference. As a leading service organization, we demand a lot from our employees - integrity, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to service excellence.
In return, we're committed to recognizing and rewarding outstanding performance, and to fostering the success for our employees and our organization through career advancement opportunities, life-long learning programs, and a diverse culture worldwide.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Brink's fosters and sustains a culture in which employees feel welcomed and valued for their individual differences. We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce representative of our audiences, and we nurture a culture of inclusiveness through our vision, our business strategies, our corporate behavior and our relationships with customers, suppliers, employees, shareholders and our communities.
Our Heritage
Brink's has grown from its humble beginnings in 1859 as a cartage business on the streets of Chicago to one of the world's leading companies. We leverage our resources and industry advances to maintain our status as a pioneer of innovation. Brink's provides secure logistics solutions to banks, retailers and other commercial enterprises through our network and advanced technologies.
Our Benefits
Brink's is committed to providing a compensation package that includes base compensation, variable compensation and benefits. We are proud of our comprehensive compensation program and review it regularly to ensure it reflects the diverse and changing needs of our employees. Designed to help employees make the most of their experience with Brink's, we offer a progressive benefits program.
Our Success
Our progressive culture and dedicated and determined team lead to our continuous success as a worldwide secure logistics and cash management organization. Learn more about employment opportunities at Brink's by visiting brinksinc.com/careers. Brink's is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
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