DAC International located in Carpinteria, California is seeking an Accounting Manager responsible for overseeing the full accounting function and financial reporting, ensuring accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant results. You’ll take full ownership of daily bookkeeping, month-end close, and FP&A, while maintaining strong communication with both DAC leadership and the Addtronics Corporate Accounting team. This role plays a key part in safeguarding financial integrity and supporting data-driven decision-making across the organization. Key Responsibilities Daily Accounting Operations Record all financial activity in Epicor, including vendor bills, customer invoices, payments, credit card transactions, and other entries. Generate customer invoices in Epicor on the same day services are completed, products are shipped, or project milestones are approved. Process and post employee expense reports, ensuring accuracy, proper approvals, and timely reimbursement. Deposit all customer check payments on the day they are received and maintain backup processes when out of office. Maintain an organized electronic filing system for all financial documents. Expense & Transaction Management Monitor and categorize expenses in the Epicor general ledger, ensuring proper coding and job assignment for COGS. Review and obtain approvals for all invoices from the purchaser or PO originator. Maintain a list of outstanding bills requiring approval to support completeness and month-end accruals. Record all approved bills into the Accounts Payable subledger in Epicor. Accounts Receivable Manage the end-to-end AR process, including sending invoices/statements and following up on overdue payments. Conduct collections outreach via calls and emails. Coordinate collection efforts on accounts 30+ days past due, escalating to OpCo Management and the CFO as needed. Project Financial Analysis Analyze project profitability, cost trends, and forecast accuracy at both the project and OpCo levels. Partner with project managers and OpCo leadership to review performance, validate assumptions, and recommend corrective actions. Support cash flow forecasting and working capital management by monitoring billing status, retainage, and project close-out. WIP Accounting Prepare, maintain, and analyze Work In Process (WIP) schedules for a project-based business (e.g., construction, engineering, automation, or custom manufacturing). Reconcile WIP schedules to the general ledger to ensure accurate revenue recognition, job cost reporting, and backlog analysis. Identify WIP variances and risks related to cost overruns or margin erosion. Implement policies and controls aligned with GAAP (ASC 606 or similar revenue recognition standards). Prepare monthly WIP reporting packages and present insights to senior leadership. Systems & Tools Use ERP or project accounting systems that support WIP-based accounting (Epicor experience strongly preferred). Build and update project financial schedules using strong Excel/financial modeling skills. Reporting & Analysis Prepare ad hoc financial reports for Addtronics Corporate and the OpCo President. Proactively communicate financial and operational issues, trends, and potential concerns. Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts and escalates potential problems as needed. Communication & Collaboration Partner with other departments and external parties to resolve discrepancies and provide strategic financial insight. Maintain clear, timely communication with Addtronics Corporate and the OpCo President. Enhance financial rigor by creating and improving systems and processes. Train OpCo staff to be more financially minded and supervise junior accounting staff. Strategic Responsibilities Track and maintain finance and operational KPIs, recommending new metrics to better monitor performance and support growth goals. Manage net working capital to maximize cash flow through timely collections and vendor negotiations. Partner with procurement to reconcile inventory, limit unnecessary purchases, and manage carrying costs. Provide recommendations on capital allocation to support growth and operations. Use job costing analytics to provide insights into job and customer profitability, building tracking methods by job, product line, or revenue category. Work with the OpCo President to develop accurate forecasting and budgeting. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred). 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory/management responsibilities. Proficiency with Epicor or similar accounting ERP. Experience with Certify or similar expense management tools. Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial controls. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset. What We Offer Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. (Salary: 100-150k) Opportunities for professional development and career growth in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. A high-impact role that directly influences operational and strategic decision-making. #J-18808-Ljbffr