Liberty Paper - Accounting Manager

Liberty Paper is seeking an Accounting/HR Manager to lead and oversee all accounting functions within our company. This individual will work alongside an Accounting Clerk and will report directly to the CEO. This role also requires some HR and Office Administration experience. The ideal candidate should be extremely organized, resourceful, and continually seeking out ways to help the CEO to run the organization efficiently.
Essential Functions:
- Oversees day to day activities of multiple functions within the Accounting Department.
- Responsible for all facets of the accounting cycle for the organization, including accurate AR/AP management, monthly general ledger entries and all financial reporting to outside entities (banks, sales taxes, property taxes etc.)
- Prepare GL entries;
responsible for month-end and year-end close
- Monthly reporting / Financial statements
- Processing Payroll with ADP and updating payroll related activities.
- Mentor and train one direct report.
- Coordinates year-end review and audits with external accountants and tax consultant, worker’s compensation and all the other business-related insurances of the company
- Administers group medical insurances, 401K plan and employee benefits.
- Performs all human resources and administrative functions
- Experience in Assisting external CPA with annual reviews and annual collateral audits is preferred.
- Experience in Annual preparations of 1096 and 1099 is preferred.
Requirements
Education:
BA in business administration or a related field preferred.
Experience:
Proven experience in administrative roles, preferably in operations or logistics.
Organizational Skills:
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
Attention to Detail:
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in all work tasks.
Communication:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
proficiency in English (additional languages a plus).
Technical Proficiency:
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable with learning new software systems.
Problem-Solving Skills:
Ability to identify issues and propose solutions independently.
Team Player:
Collaborative attitude with the ability to work well within a team environment.
Benefits
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
About Us:
Liberty Paper is an industry leader and one of the largest copy paper distributors in the nation, specializing in business papers since 1986. We distribute to a wide range of sectors across the US such as corporate clients, government agencies, academic institutions, resellers, and big-box retailers. There is tremendous opportunity for growth and advancement for this position. We are a team of 10 that performs like a team of 100 where each individual employee is highly regarded, valued, and rewarded.