Accounting Manager Jobs in Oregon

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Manager Company: Location: Portland, OR Description: Professional services firm seeks experienced leader with 10+ years finance or accounting experience. Preferred candidate has background in corporate credit/collections, banking, or finance as well as a history of accomplishments in the field. Previous experience in professional services firm preferred. Candidate must be comfortable independently managing their own receivable portfolio. Microsoft Excel and Word proficiency required. Experience with accounting and collection software packages a plus. To be selected, the successful applicant must demonstrate an aptitude for managing and sustaining client relationships. Accounting firm, law firm or consulting industry experience preferred. Very competitive compensation. Skills: ? Excellent administrative and communications skills ? Ability to manage multiple projects to completion with sound business judgment ? Effective research and problem solving skills ? Ability to prepare and present results for senior management ? Microsoft Excel proficiency Core Concepts: ? Accounts receivable portfolio ? DSO ? Credit/Retainer limits ? Write-downs, write-offs ? Work in Process ? Client retention ? FDCPA

Job Title: ACCOUNTING MANAGER Exciting career Company: The Oregonian Employment Ads Location: Portland, OR Description: ACCOUNTING MANAGER Exciting career oppty with NE Ptld large-format graphics printer. Reports to CEO; staff of one; works with pt HR/Payroll & contract-CFO. Key role in mgmt team. Multi tasking abilities - daily bookkeeping through financial reporting. Detailed job cost accounting & credit check. Send resume and salaryhistory to Register to View Webid: 3025260

Job Title: Product Manager - Accounting Company: Coaxis Location: Portland, OR Description: The Accounting Product Manager position plays a leadership role in product and services planning and design and is responsible for ensuring achievement of customer value, market penetration and strategic revenue objectives for Viewpoint product and services. This position is involved with the product throughout all stages of its life cycle (conception, definition, development, release, and post-release activities) and is responsible for providing construction industry, product and product management expertise to the rest of the company. We are seeking a mid- to senior-level candidate with a minimum of five years of experience in a Finance/Accounting role, preferably in the Construction industry. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have their Bachelor?s degree in business, sales or marketing plus a minimum of ten years of experience in a product support, product planning or consulting environment. This position requires both domestic and international travel up to 25%, and candidates must be willing and able to meet the travel requirement. A valid driver?s license and the ability to qualify for a US Passport are required. Additionally, the ability to qualify for a company credit card, or possession of a personal credit card with sufficient limits to charge travel expenses, is required. Duties: Product Management: Works closely with the accounting development team to establish and ensure a competitive product/product family. Participation in the decision process for prioritizing product and report development based on a market driven approach and participation in the design cycle for all software enhancements. Resource for the creation of enhancement requirement documents and evaluates for application to all market segments. Works collaboratively with Vice President of Product Development to establish and maintain a competitive 3-Year product roadmap that ensures a customer and market focus and alignment to strategic revenue objectives. Review of all software and report enhancements to verify the change to the software was needed and appropriate. Focuses efforts on specific products or product families across all market segments. Participates in the software suggestion program. Collaborates with Development, Support, Consulting Services, Training, and Technical Services to ensure alignment on product plans and objectives. Leads the Product Leadership and Services Team to this end. Directs creation of release materials and maintains visibility to all aspects of new product launches. Participates in solicitation and selection of beta testing participants. Actively participates in the Viewpoint Industry Advisors groups. Jointly manages (with Marketing and Product Development) market validation of product concepts, features and potential product direction and is responsible for leading the development of business cases to determine a favorable return-on-investment. Participates in the Strategic Planning Group to ensure a strategic approach to initiatives for the support of market penetration and market leadership. Sales and Marketing: Works closely with sales, marketing communications, customer and product support to competitively differentiate the product or product family and resolve issues and problems that will affect the product?s success. Provide assistance to the sales team in demonstrations, RFP?s, and other needs analysis as required. Works closely with sales/marketing to build and maintain a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats map. Maintains current knowledge of customers? business needs, industry trends and product solutions. Works collaboratively with sales to understand market issues and actively engages in analysis of win/loss data. Third-Party Relations : Works collaboratively to ensure third party relations support the strategic objectives of Viewpoint.. Qualifications:Desired Competencies: Ability to quickly develop and maintain a high level of knowledge of Viewpoint?s software products and remain expert on current product knowledge both from an internal and from a user perspective. Demonstrates unique ability to bridge the gap between technical experts (development) and non-technical people (sales prospects and customers). Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills. Listens effectively, transmits information accurately and understandably, and actively seeks feedback. Effectively presents and explains information to various group sizes and levels of knowledge. Effectively develops and uses a systematic approach to analyze and solve problems. Acts proactively to anticipate risk and seeks to mitigate them before they occur. Visualizes the big picture and effectively identifies key issues and designs harmonious and effective solutions. Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree in business, sales or marketing plus a minimum of ten years of experience in a product support, product planning or consulting environment or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Skilled with PC?s and Microsoft Office software including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and Outlook. Minimum 5 years financial/accounting experience The position requires both domestic and international up to 25% travel. The successful candidate will be willing and able to meet travel requirements. A valid driver?s license and ability to qualify for a US Passport are required. Also required is the ability to qualify for a company credit card or possession of a personal credit card with sufficient limits to charge travel expenses. Preferred but not required : Graduate degree in business management, marketing, accounting or planning is desirable but not required Knowledge of construction industry workplace and processes. General knowledge of enterprise software. Diverse commercial construction accounting experience preferred with a General Contractor, Heavy Highway contractor, or large subcontractor. Rock Solid is our business style Viewpoint Construction Software has translated over 30 years of intense focus and rock solid collaboration with the construction industry into a contemporary software platform that helps construction professionals manage efficiently across all areas of operations. A division of Coaxis and based in Portland, Oregon, Viewpoint is passionate for developing forward-thinking solutions that deliver the stability and flexibility construction firms need to operate and grow. Providing its employees with a rich selection of benefits, generous paid time off, an on-site gym, and a wide variety of employee-experience enhancements, Viewpoint was recently named one of Oregon?s Top 100 Green companies to work for. NO RECRUITERS PLEASE This position is based at our Corporate office in Portland, Oregon. A relocation package may be offered to the ideal candidate who meets our required qualifications. Coaxis is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Accounting Manager Company: Location: Eugene, OR Description: Local organization seeks dynamic individual Accounting Manager Family of companies seeks an Accounting Manager to provide accounting and financial reporting, tax support, business analysis and audit process for multiple entities.DESCRIPTION: *Preparation and review of GAAP basis accounting closings for the Partnerships, including maintenance of books and records, valuation of non-public investment portfolios and cash and brokerage records *Preparation and review of quarterly financial statements *Identification and resolution of partnership legal, tax and accounting issues subject to investment company accounting guidance and perform internal audits of the same *Work closely with third party auditors to issue year end audited financial statements and taxes *Preparation and review of management fees, expense analysis, investment purchases, sales and distributionsREQUIREMENTS: *5-6 years of accounting experience including financial statement preparation and tax experience *CPA preferred *A team player with strong communication and influencing skills *Ability to multitask and demonstrate problem solving skills *Highly motivated, detail oriented individual *Extensive knowledge of Quickbooks, Microsoft Excel and Office applications

Job Title: Manager, Accounting & Shared Services Company: Vestas Location: Portland, OR Description: The purpose of this position is to manage professional and shared services functions including General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable. Responsibilities: Accounting & Shared Services is a business area dedicated to operational synergies and excellence in customer service:Efficiently provide timely, accurate handling of tasks primary within: trade receivables, trade payable, bank-payment and general ledger reference Service Level Agreement (SLA)Comply with EU, state and local laws for processing, documentation, taxation, and remittancesProvide excellent customer service to administration, staff, vendors, business affiliates, and collaborate with administrative colleagues to achieve the highest service level possibleThe Service Level Agreement (SLA) outlines services to be provided and working assumptions between Shared Services and its customers, quantify and measure service level expectations, define mutual requirements and expectations for critical processes and overall performance, strengthen communication between shared service providers and its customers and Provide a tool for resolving conflictsContinuously enhance service, compliance and productivity to its customers and core business practices in alignment with GFO guidelinesCreate a collaborative environment where trusted relationships and teamwork are encouraged between direct reports, administration, departments, local areas, statutory regulators and suppliers to further enterprise goalsCreate a centralized organizational structure that balances synergies of strategic and tactical efforts that promote scalability and ensure high quality resultsLeading and developing the Shared Service Function in close connection to the customers (joint accountability ref. SLA)Performing tasks according to the Service Level Agreement i.e. issuing customer invoices , dunning routines, booking of vendor invoices, booking of in and outgoing payment, reconciliation of bank, vendors, customers and inter companyPerformance of Euro Sox controlsMonitor and develop SAP supported business processes, guiding, and instructing business process experts in the line organizationMonitoring all the key deliveries on a monthly basisMonitor and develop SAP supported business processes, guiding, and instructing business process experts in the line organizationMonitor SAP supported finance business processes and instructing business process experts of the line organizationOptimize the closing process in relation to accounting processes.Responsible for hard close and year-end close audit on SBU level with regard to deliveries within SLAs Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting Required. CPA or MBA is required8-10 years of Finance and Accounting experience exhibiting solid progression in work experience including management of a team of professionalsExcellent knowledge of financial statements and accounting principlesAbility to work in a fast-paced, highly ambiguous environmentStrong communication and influencing skillsAbility to work as part of a team and in a matrix structureStrong systems skills in Microsoft Office-all applications, SAP, and data analysisScope:IMPACTMarked contribution to defining the direction of new product, processes, standards based on business strategy, significant mid-term impact on business resultsKNOWLEDGEOver 8 years experience in functional areaCOMMUNICATIONConvince others within the organization that are skeptical or unwilling to accept new concepts, practices and approaches.INNOVATIONExtensively analyze complex multi-dimensional issues and significantly improve, change, or adapt existing methods and techniques.WORKING CONDITIONSRisk of high levels of ongoing stress and mental pressure that can impact one's health. Inconvenience can occur and temporarily impacts health Apply NowEmail a friend this opportunity

Job Title: SAP Order-to-Cash Manager Lead Company: VanderHouwen & Associates Location: Portland, OR Description: SAP Order-to-Cash Manager Lead Direct Hire Summary As the SAP Sales Order Management Manager within the Information Technology department you will provide IT leadership for the SAP Order-to-Cash team, including business analysts and consultants. This team lead role will be responsible for the overall design, implementation, and support of the SAP functionality for order processing, (including credit, pricing, rebates and ATP), shipping, warehouse management, billing, accounts receivable and dispute management. The Manager will oversee a team of business analysts who will work closely with sales, customer service, and other business users to identify and analyze business requirements, recommend appropriate process designs within the ERP system, lead enhancement projects, and manage on-going production support. We are seeking a leader with the vision of Order-to-Cash efficiencies, expertise in industry best practices, and the foresight to develop and govern a global design. Responsibilities Identify business requirements and develop the ERP Global Blueprint within the areas of Sales Order Processing, Outbound Logistics, Direct Ship, VAS, Warehousing, and Billing/Accounts Receivable Develop work plans to support blueprint, realization, and final preparation activities for the SAP Order-to-Cash team Senior analyst responsible for Order-to-Cash design and functionality in SAP Supervise internal and external resources Team development and involvement in hiring Develop and review business process maps, design documents, and development/enhancement requests Secondary Functions: Evaluate software Lead process reviews and improvement initiatives Develop business cases including ROI Supervisory Responsibility: Job includes supervisory responsibility for several IT business analyst supply chain personnel and consultants. Responsibilities include providing input on employee evaluations, assigning resources to work plan tasks, task prioritization and training. Requirements: Specific Job Skills: Possess expert knowledge of Sales and Distribution business processes (including Direct Ship, VAS) and the technology that supports these processes. Ability to design and configure an efficient SAP AFS Order to Cash solution to support a company with the order management and distribution complexities that are present in a global $1 billion enterprise. Possess expert, senior-level configuration skills in the SAP modules that support Order to Cash processes (SD, LE, WM, with strong integration with MM and FI/CO) Possess strong knowledge of pricing (with Vistex), ATP, rebates, variant configuration, sufficient to be able to validate and challenge design options presented by team members. Ability to read, write and speak English. Excellent organizational and presentation skills and attention to detail required. Mental ability to conduct interpersonal interactions with vendors and other employees. Ability to operate independently and follow general guidelines. Physical ability to use telephone, computer hardware/software including keyboard, type, sit and stand for extended periods of time. Education: Bachelor's Degree required with preferred emphasis in business, supply chain management, information systems, or accounting, MBA preferred. Experience: 8 years of IT experience required Hands on SAP configuration experience is required. At least six years of experience configuring SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) functions that support a global supply chain. Ability to independently configure sales order processing, customer master, pricing, ATP, in SAP is required. Apparel and Footwear industry experience is highly desirable, and preferably with SAP's Apparel & Footwear Solution (AFS). Full cycle ERP implementation experience required Partnering and Customer Service skills to establish productive working relationships with colleagues in IT and the Business Functions.

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Coordinator Company: Pacific Foods of Oregon, Inc. Location: Tualatin, OR Description: The Accounts Receivable Coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of the Company's customer accounts receivable posting, reporting and auditing. Essential Functions Maintain accounts receivable aging that is consistent with established standards, through aggressive audit of deductions and collections of past due accounts. Ensure proper and accurate coding and posting cash receipts to the Company's computer system. Research and audit all credit memos, manufacturer's chargeback and other payment deductions to ensure compliance with company programs and policies Act as contact liaison with Regional Sales personnel and Broker firms. Timely completion of all customer account reconciliation's and credit ratings Provide customer credit information, both externally and internally, as requested and according to company parameters and policies. Compilation, analysis and presentation of a variety of reports, both monthly and as needed, regarding all aspects of customer receivables, sales, payments, and/or deductions. Ensuring that all customer and related files are maintained in an orderly and timely fashion, according to the Company's standards and policies. Knowledge, skills and abilities: Possess strong experience and technical knowledge of accounts receivable Experience using various accounting software packages Proficient 10 key by touch Demonstrated decision making ability Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public while maintaining a professional and positive attitude. Ability to effectively negotiate purchasing contracts and agreements. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other software programs Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities. Ability to work effectively under pressure and stress. Ability to work with minimal direct supervision. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Business; or 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience with Food Manufacturing/Distribution accounting would be helpful.

Job Title: COST ACCOUNTING MANAGER Company: Kelly Services, Inc. Location: Salem, OR Description: We have an outstanding opportunity for a Cost Accounting Manager within the food manufacturing industry. Our client has a solid reputation in the food industry with a product that is highly recognized throughout the U.S. In this Cost Accounting Manager role you will be responsible for developing and implementing corporate wide cost accounting policies and procedures including the set-up of manufacturing standards, while reporting and driving improvement upon operations performance. This is an excellent direct hire position with excellent base compensation and benefits package. The essential responsibilities will include: Support corporate accounting function through development and management of all activities related to product costing and inventory reporting for multiple locations. Interact and report information to senior management. Develop and maintain all standards information in ERP system, including routes, structures, labor wages and raw material and performs standards cost changes as required. Ongoing financial monitoring of departmental expenses and product line manufacturing costs. Coordinate inventory movement and accuracy, and cycle count documentation with Warehouse managers. Manages all inventory accounts in the General Ledger ensuring accuracy. Responsible for journal entries and reconciliation of pertinent balance sheet and expense accounts. Provides accounting support for operations. Develops successful working relationships with other departments. Prepares direct labor and direct material reports with explanation on a weekly and monthly basis. Tracks and analyzes monthly manufacturing variances and explains any significant variances, including Purchase Price Variance. Assists with budget process responsible for cost of goods sold and purchase price variance accounts. Assists with annual audit process. Adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and Safety Regulations consistently. QUALIFICATIONS: 10+ years of cost accounting manufacturing experience with inventory control, GL and ERP systems experience. Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, Safety Regulations. Proficiency in PC spreadsheet applications along with solid skills using MS Office products as well as other technical software applications. Analytical, problem-solving with effective math skills and decision making skills. Proficiency with office skills including organizing and prioritizing multiple tasks. Ability to perform tasks independently and as part of a team to accomplish company goals. Excellent Interpersonal and team skills for working with employees at all levels within the company. Sense of urgency with high prioritization skills and attention to detail. For immediate consideration please apply online and contact Laura Olekas at Register to View .

Job Title: Accounting Manager Company: Company Confidential Location: Portland, OR Description: ACCOUNTING MANAGER Exciting career opportunity with NE Portland large-format graphics printer. Reports to CEO; staff of one; works with p/t HR/Payroll and contract-CFO. Key role in management team Multi tasking abilities - daily bookkeeping duties through financial reporting. Detailed job cost accounting and accounting experience in a small manufacturer or job- shop. Bachelors degree preferred. Required to undergo a background and credit check. Send resume and salaryhistory to Register to View Webid: 3025260

Job Title: Director of Finances - Accounting Manager Company: Location: Portland, OR Description: Director of Finances - Accounting Manager SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: To provide a non-profit labor organization management team with accurate and relevant financial data necessary for budgetary and financial decisions. This position will lead the day-to-day finance and accounting operation in its Portland based office, while exercising oversight over several regional operations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1) Perform all essential bookkeeping functions, including payroll, expense reports and related benefits 2) Provide sufficient backup for all accounting transactions such that an independent accountant can determine the purpose for the transaction, and follow it through to its conclusion in the accounting records 3) Reconcile the monthly cash and other balance sheet accounts 4) Efficiently prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements by applying the modified cash basis of accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles 5) Develop, revise and maintain a system of internal controls that results in no material errors in those financial statements 6) Maintain the books and records in a manner that facilitates the completion of an internal audit by the Trustees as well as an independent audit performed in conformity with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards 7) Review Regional Bookkeeper transaction reports for accuracy prior to entering their transactions into the Master QuickBooks accounting system 8) Prepare other regulatory reports required by the Department of Labor, the Internal Revenue Service, and other reports as they arise in the normal course of business 9) Develop written accounting policies and procedures for use and application by the Regional Bookkeepers and others who impact the accounting system and internal controls 11) Develop internal management reports for use in managing cash and investments, as well as the other assets and liabilities, and maintain operating and performance statistics as required 12) Continue to evaluate accounting reporting and software requirements, and develop operating and transaction efficiencies with the assistance of the Systems Manager SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: 1) Ability to organize work assignments that will achieve the Essential Functions in a timely manner; 2) Complete familiarity with preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP using QuickBooks or other accounting software; 3) Be able to apply new accounting procedures when required by accounting standards and needs of the organization; 4) Ability to evaluate and assess internal controls, recognize deficiencies, and take action to remediate deficiencies; 5) Ability to recognize irregularities in the accounting records, and carry out investigation through resolution when needed; 6) Ability to analyze work product and detect and correct errors prior to submitting information to management; 7) Ability to use Excel in analyzing data and preparing reports at a semi-advanced level; 8) Ability to analyze trends and patterns in the financial results and communicate them to Management; 9) Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with Management, Trustees and other staff. QUALIFICATIONS: B.S./B.A. in Accounting; minimum seven years experience preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP, including experience with multi-location environments; must have experience evaluating, designing and implementing internal controls in multi-location environment; experience with preparing ad-hoc management-level reports including cash flow analysis; experience with QuickBooks Pro or similar accounting software, including the preparation of nonstandard reports from the accounting system. Also requires Excel experience at a medium to advanced level, and Word. Experience in Department of Labor, Labor-Management reporting requirements a plus, but not required. All replies will be kept strictly confidential. Submit resumes via a reply to this post. Location: Portland, OR Compensation: Up to $60,000, depending on experience. Full complement of benefits