Accounting Manager
Image Solutions, Inc.Who We Are Image Solutions is a custom uniform supplier in a growing $23 billion industry. We design, source, manufacture, and distribute uniforms for regional and national organizations across a wide range of industries, with distribution centers in Los Angeles, CA, and Cincinnati, OH. Our mission is simple: to make our customers, team members, and partners look and feel great at work. What sets us apart? Our commitment to personalized customer service, a people-first culture, and a passion for giving back. We donate 10% of our annual profits to charity because we believe in making a difference beyond the workplace. Position Summary The Accounting Manager leads day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, a reliable month-end close, strong internal controls, and timely, compliant payroll processing. Reporting to the VP of Finance & Accounting, this hands-on leadership role oversees the Accounting team, supports budgeting and forecasting, and partners across departments to improve financial visibility and accountability. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with a process-driven mindset, a commitment to developing people, and the ability to build scalable processes in a growing business. Location: Long Beach, CA Direct Reports: 3 – 4 Type: Hybrid, 3 days in-office What You'll Own Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting: Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, fixed assets, and inventory accounting. Own month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate financial statements, timely reconciliations, and compliance with US GAAP. Establish consistent processes that improve accuracy, efficiency, and reporting. Payroll Administration & Compliance: Manage payroll reviews, approvals, adjustments, tax filings, and year-end reporting. Partner with People & Culture on employee changes, compensation, benefits deductions, and payroll-related matters. Financial Controls & Compliance: Establish and maintain internal controls that protect company assets, support accurate reporting, and reduce financial risk. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies, coordinate annual financial reviews and tax preparation, and proactively address process gaps. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis: Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. Deliver timely budget-to-actual reporting, identify key variances, and translate financial data into actionable insights. Partner with department leaders to improve cost visibility, spending accountability, and forecast accuracy. Systems & Process Improvement: Improve accounting workflows, reporting, and financial systems to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Support enhancements across NetSuite, NSPB, Paylocity, and Power BI while standardizing processes and reducing manual work. Team & Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead and develop the Accounting team with clear expectations, ownership, and accountability. Build team capabilities through coaching, feedback, and cross-training. Partner with Finance leadership, People & Culture, Supply Chain, Sales, and Operations to support informed business decisions. What Success Looks Like Timely & Accurate Financial Reporting: Consistently deliver an efficient month-end close with minimal adjustments and reliable financial reporting. Financial Visibility & Accountability: Provide clear budget-to-actual reporting, actionable insights, and improved visibility into financial performance. Strong Payroll & Financial Controls: Ensure accurate, timely payroll processing, regulatory compliance, and effective internal controls. High-Performing Accounting Team: Build a capable, accountable team with clear ownership, consistent performance, and reliable cross-training. What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience,…