Role Description
Third Wave is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting and the month-end close for its South Bend business unit. This person will own the books from day one, partner closely with AP and AR, and serve as a key user of the company's Acumatica ERP. The role reports to the VP of Finance and works alongside a peer Accounting Manager who leads a second business unit. It is a strong fit for a hands-on accountant who has run a close before, enjoys building clean processes, and wants to grow with a business.
What You'll Do
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Own the month-end close for the South Bend business unit, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial statements.
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Oversee day-to-day accounting with the AP and AR team, keeping payables, receivables, and cash current and accurate.
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Manage software and services invoicing, ensuring billing runs on schedule and purchase orders and sales orders match.
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Track margin across software resale and services so leadership has clear visibility.
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Ensure timely payment of recurring publisher and vendor invoices.
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Maintain bank and balance sheet reconciliations and support sales tax compliance.
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Support the annual audit in partnership with the Pine accounting team.
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Serve as a lead user of Acumatica, helping design workflows and reports alongside internal Acumatica consultants.
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Identify and implement process improvements as the business scales.
Qualifications
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Bachelorβs degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
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Has owned a full month-end close, including producing financial statements.
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Hands-on experience with AP, AR, cash management, and bank reconciliations.
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Experience supporting an external audit.
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Working knowledge of GAAP and sales tax.
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Advanced Excel skills.
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Comfortable working East Coast hours.
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Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive about improving processes.
Nice-to-Have
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Experience in a software reseller, VAR, or professional services environment.
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Acumatica or other mid-market ERP experience.
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Experience in a private equity-backed or multi-entity business.
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CPA or progress toward CPA.
Benefits
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Competitive base salary plus an annual bonus tied to company performance.
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, plus a 401(k) match.
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Paid time off and company holidays.
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Fully remote work with the tools and support to do your job well.
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Real ownership of the books for a growing business unit, with direct access to finance leadership.
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Hands-on exposure to Acumatica, working alongside the consultants who implement it.
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The stability of a long-term, buy-and-hold owner, with room to grow your career as Third Wave and Pine expand.
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Compensation: $100,000 to $120,000 a year.