Job Description

JBW Federal is a subsidiary company of the Kanaka Foundation – An NHO who’s mission is to support Native Hawaiians.

You Will Receive a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • Annual membership to Costco or Sam’s
  • 401K
  • …and much, much more!

Job Overview: The Senior Accounting Manager will lead the accounting department to maintain accurate financial records, oversee the preparation of financial statements, and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements. This position requires strong leadership, advanced technical knowledge of accounting practices, and experience with financial reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Financial Reporting:
  • Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP or other applicable standards.
  • Analyze financial reports to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Prepare internal financial reports for senior management and stakeholders.

Leadership & Supervision:

  • Lead, mentor, and manage the accounting team, providing guidance and professional development.
  • Allocate work to accounting staff and ensure deadlines are met.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and identify areas for team growth.

Compliance & Regulatory:

  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations and financial reporting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS).
  • Coordinate and manage the external audit process, liaising with auditors to ensure timely completion and resolution of any audit issues.
  • Monitor and enforce internal controls to minimize financial risk.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

  • Collaborate with other departments to develop annual budgets and forecasts.
  • Provide variance analysis and recommendations for improving financial performance.

Process Improvement:

  • Identify opportunities for improving accounting processes and systems to increase efficiency and accuracy.
  • Implement new accounting technologies or tools to streamline workflows.

Tax Management:

  • Oversee tax reporting and filing to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Work with external tax consultants to manage tax filings and resolve any tax-related issues.

Ad Hoc Analysis:

  • Provide financial analysis for decision-making purposes, including cash flow analysis, profitability assessments, and cost savings initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred).
  • CPA or CMA certification (preferred).
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Working Conditions

  • Hybrid based role
  • Occasional overtime may be required during peak periods (e.g., month-end close, year-end reporting, audit season).

JBW Federal is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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