Accounting Manager

Company Overview

Eastern Communications, Ltd. is a value-added distributor of critical communications equipment based in Long Island City, Queens, NY. Founded in 1976, and acquired from original ownership in 2020, Eastern provides infrastructure, technical services, field replacement parts, and maintenance to a range of end users including public safety, transportation, utilities, and the federal government – it has since expanded nationwide, with 250 employees across 16 locations ranging from Seattle to New York City. The company has earned its exceptional reputation for delivering the highest quality products and services over its 40+ year history.

Joining Our Team

Join our rapidly growing and entrepreneurial-minded company as we continue to expand our operations and reach new heights! Our recent acquisition of Marshalltown, Iowa based RACOM Corporation has allowed us to establish a truly national presence and has opened exciting new opportunities for growth. As part of our dynamic team, you’ll have the chance to contribute to our success and grow both personally and professionally, while working alongside talented and passionate individuals who share a common goal of delivering exceptional value to our customers.

Role Overview

In this role, you will report to the Controller and CFO on a daily basis and will be primarily responsible for working in the ERP system with oversight of general ledger transactions, preparation and review of the financial statements, and complex accounting issue as they arise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversight of general accounting matters.
• Work with other accounting teams and accounting personnel in other locations. 
• Work effectively with operational areas of the business.
• Support to the Accounting Team’s monthly closing process, to include routine entries, reconciliation of general ledger accounts, and accruals.
• Manage advanced accounting issues such as lease accounting, revenue recognition and consolidation of multiple legal entities.
• Play a key role in ongoing company-wide financial process modernization, to include shifting emphasis to digital execution of payments and approvals.
• Develop and document effective internal controls and general accounting procedures.
• Supervision of Office Administrators across 15 service center locations.
• Work with external auditors and tax preparers