Accounting Manager
Apply NowCompany: Nixon Power Services
Location: Brentwood, TN 37027
Description:
With 100 years of success, Nixon Power Services is the world's largest distributor of Rehlko Power generators (formerly Kohler Power). We operate in an environment where flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities keep things interesting! We value team members who are passionate, down to earth and have a "can do" attitude, and enjoy providing premium services to customers.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounting Manager to oversee our accounting department's daily operations. This role will be located in our Brentwood, TN or North Little Rock, AR location and will be responsible for managing financial reporting, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles and best financial practices.
What you'll be doing:
What we're looking for:
What's in it for you?
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounting Manager to oversee our accounting department's daily operations. This role will be located in our Brentwood, TN or North Little Rock, AR location and will be responsible for managing financial reporting, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles and best financial practices.
What you'll be doing:
- Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.
- Oversee multi-entity consolidations and maintain the integrity of the general ledger across all 20 service locations.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, including accurate application of ASC 606 for both long-term contracts and service agreements.
- Manage and mentor the accounting team (senior/staff accountants), fostering a culture of accountability and development.
- Develop and maintain robust internal controls, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external audits, coordinating schedules, deliverables, and responses.
- Lead financial analysis of SG&A expenses, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for cost optimization.
- Partner with department leaders (HR, IT, Marketing, Facilities, etc.) to monitor and explain SG&A spend against budget and forecasts.
- Support budget and forecast cycles by providing historical analysis, spend tracking, and actionable insights.
- Update and assist in development of dashboards or reporting packages that enhance visibility into the Company's financial results.
- Identify and drive process improvements, including automation of reconciliations, reporting, and allocations.
- Assist in system implementations or upgrades and support scalability as the company grows.
- Contribute to strategic projects, including M&A integration, operational efficiency initiatives, and business modeling.
What we're looking for:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred.
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in service type industry, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Background in equipment services, industrial field services, construction, or recurring service/maintenance industries strongly preferred.
- Experience with department-level financial management and partnering with non-finance leaders to manage spend.
- Exposure to financial analysis, financial systems transformation, or operational process design
- Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 and contract accounting principles.
- Demonstrated experience with SG&A tracking, analysis, and supporting cost control initiatives.
- Proven ability to manage month-end close, team leadership, and external audit coordination.
- Experience in multi-location or multi-entity environments.
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Great Plains).
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment and work cross-functionally with operations and leadership.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Full Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) matching
- Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization
- Team-oriented culture