ACCOUNTING MANAGER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Published: May 15, 2025 - The Accounting Manager is experienced in leading projects and driving process improvements to enhance operational efficiencies while utilizing automation technologies. This position skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing confidential information, and applying strong organizational, Excel, and analytical abilities to meet deadlines effectively. This role is proficient in SAP and other ERP systems, with comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and employment law practices.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Accounting Manager Resume
- IFRS reporting
- Statutory compliance
- Financial reporting
- Audit coordination
- Budget forecasting
- Tax compliance
- General ledger
- Financial analysis
- Process implementation
- Accounts payable
- Team management
- Stakeholder communication
- Process improvement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Continuous improvement
- Staff training
- Policy enforcement
- Audit collaboration
- Performance management
Summary of Accounting Manager Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BA in Accounting with 6 years of Experience
- Strong competence in MS Excel.
- Ability to structure, plan and prioritize work in order to deliver against multiple deadlines.
- Strong understanding of accounting, finance and management principles.
- Strong communication and social skills, able to work in English (written & verbal) and with all levels of management.
- Experience in most aspects of financial operations, along with proven influence and strategic thinking capabilities.
- Experience in Merrick ProCount and eVIN software
- Experience with production allocation systems such as ProCount or TOWc
- Knowledge of reporting requirements to MMS, Texas and Louisiana authorities
- Experience working with multi-disciplinary
- Expert knowledge of allocation systems for both oil and gas installations.
- Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations
- Experience going through an audit OR being an auditor
- Experience being responsible for the payroll process
- Ability to direct and supervise
2. BA in Finance with 5 years of Experience
- Experience substituted with an equivalent combination of management, leadership, supervision course work and hands-on experience.
- Knowledge of financial accounting and budgeting software/applications, general ledger construction, financial, statistical and regulatory reporting, segregation of duties and internal controls
- Understanding of the Credit union and/or financial services industry
- Strong leadership with the ability to develop and motivate a team while holding team members accountable to individual and departmental objectives.
- Ability to uphold high standards of integrity, compassion, respect, and excellence.
- Strong analytical, planning, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Strong adaptability and initiative to positively lead in a changing environment.
- Excellent written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, policy and procedure manuals.
- Experience in working with a variety of financial software programs
- Experience with inventory and cost accounting models and processing in a manufacturing, wholesale, and retail distribution environment (MISys MRP)
- Experience with ERP platforms (NetSuite)
- Experience with Planning platforms (Planful)
3. BA in Economics with 6 years of Experience
- Strong technical accounting background as it relates to ASC 606
- Knowledgeable in sales and use tax and automated tools such as Avalara
- Demonstrated ability to establish deep cross-functional relationships in a business support function
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an emphasis on attention to detail, balanced with a big picture focus.
- Ability to quickly understand concepts and think through possible solutions and implications.
- Assists in the development and implementation of new accounting policies and procedures
- Strong communication, leadership, and influencing skills
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with NetSuite
- Proficient knowledge of computer applications
- Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner while managing and prioritizing deliverables
- Experience in cost accounting, financial planning and/or forecasting.
- Experience working in other functions in a manufacturing environment (supply chain, marketing, engineering, etc).
- Experience with internal and external audits
4. BA in Business Administration with 5 years of Experience
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP
- Able to operate with a high degree of autonomy
- Experience implementing and improving business processes and systems
- Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment while being comfortable with navigating many unknown challenges and changes
- Experience in developing and scaling a process and managing multiple projects
- Excellent leadership capabilities embodying mentoring, role modeling, coaching and skill development
- Excellent Customer Service focus and skill set
- Superior knowledge of computer programs including Excel and ERP systems
- Strong accounting, quantitative, and analytical skills, and the ability to apply those skills within the role
- Ability to identify issues and take initiative for process improvement and problem resolution
- Knowledge of SAP, Intacct, or other ERP proficiency
- Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks and NetSuite experience)
- Ability to automate accounting processes and reporting
- Knowledge of bitcoin, digital assets and blockchain with a demonstrated passion and commitment to learning more
5. BA in Banking and Finance with 4 years of Experience
- Experience leading projects, driving process improvements and operational efficiencies.
- Experience in automation technologies
- Strong organizational abilities and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver results.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with all levels throughout the Company organization.
- Strong Excel and analytical skills.
- Experience with SAP Financial System or other ERP.
- Ability to handle confidential information and multi-task with ease
- Attention to detail, ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines
- Executing industry research and competitive analysis
- Knowledge of GAAP, month-end close processes, general and operational accounting, budgeting and forecasting and financial reporting
- Understanding of risk management and employment law and practices
- Proficient with ERP systems
6. BA in Public Administration with 5 years of Experience
- Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases
- Ability to manipulate large amounts of data
- Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations
- Ability to direct and supervise
- Understanding of professional services and client service
- Ability to adhere to the highest level of confidentiality
- Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail
- Ability to handle and respond to Principals’ and leadership demands in a timely manner
- Excellent prioritization of assignments and effective time management and the ability to keep multiple tasks and projects organized and on time
- Good knowledge of local accounting GAAP, Certified Public Accountant
- Strong analytical/problem-solving skills with a profound attention to detail.
- Ability to build relationships cross-functionally and influence across the company.
- Ability to navigate through a solution and present a resolution/recommendation.
- Strong ability to multitask, with commitment to high quality and meeting deadlines.
7. BA in Management with 6 years of Experience
- Experience in producing financial statements for a variety of corporate entities within various jurisdictions.
- Experience in producing financial statements to LUX GAAP or IFRS
- Experience in developing and coaching others.
- Knowledge and detailed understanding of current industry and accounting legislation, regulation and working practices.
- Understanding of the local finance industry and regulatory requirements, particularly in relation to funds.
- Ability to manage and motivate a team of accountants.
- Ability to deal with complex accounting matters.
- Ability to manage client service levels with the team.
- Ability to manage and resolve difficult client matters.
- Decision making with conflicting and demanding deadlines.
- Experience in building and creating a sense of team spirit and loyalty.
- Ability to communicate effectively on finance matters at the Board level
- Ability to oversee accounting projects.