About the role
Description
Did you know that Ryan Lawn & Tree is a $100M+ professional Lawn & Landscape company? We've built one of the most respected lawn and tree care companies in the Midwest, with room to grow across four states — Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Nebraska. We're on a mission to raise the bar for our entire industry: attracting exceptional people, treating them right, and giving them the opportunity to build a career, not just take a job. It's work that leaves a mark on every community we touch — and on the people who do it.
Ryan Lawn & Tree is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations across several branch locations. This role combines hands-on accounting work with people leadership, providing oversight of branch-level financials while managing and developing a team of accounting staff. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-location environment and is comfortable both directing team priorities and rolling up their sleeves to assist with day-to-day accounting tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Branch Financial Oversight
Review and analyze financial results for multiple branch locations, identifying trends, variances, and areas of concern
Ensure consistency and accuracy of financial reporting across branches
Partner with branch and operations leadership to explain financial performance and support decision-making
Monitor internal controls across locations and recommend improvements as needed
Team Leadership
Supervise, mentor, and develop several accounting employees
Assign and prioritize workload across the team, ensuring deadlines are met
Provide training and guidance on accounting policies, procedures, and systems
Conduct performance reviews and support employee growth and development
Accounting Operations & Support
Assist the accounting team as needed with:
* State sales/use tax return preparation
* Bank reconciliations
* Fixed asset management (additions, disposals, depreciation schedules)
* Financial analysis and reporting
* Month-end and year-end close processes
* Other accounting tasks and special projects as assigned
Process Improvement
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes across branches
Support the implementation of new tools, reports, or workflows to increase efficiency and accuracy
Bring forward-thinking, innovative solutions to recurring challenges
Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
5+ years of progressive accounting experience; prior supervisory or management experience preferred
Multi-location/multi-entity accounting experience strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles
Experience with fixed asset accounting, bank reconciliations, and financial analysis
Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems (NetSuite experience a plus) and advanced Excel skills
CPA or CPA candidate a plus, but not required
Desired Attributes
Team player
— works collaboratively across departments and locations
Hard-working and self-motivated
— takes ownership without needing constant direction
Innovative and forward-thinking
— brings new ideas and process improvements to the table
Strong problem-solver
— diagnoses issues quickly and drives them to resolution
Go-getter
— proactive, takes initiative, and follows through
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial audiences
Highly organized, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple branches
Work Environment
Primarily office-based, with occasional travel to branch locations as needed
Standard business hours, with flexibility required during month-end/quarter-end/year-end close periods
**This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications
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Why work at Ryan?
In addition to being a non-smoking company with real advancement opportunities, we offer:
Full-time, year-round employment with starting compensation of $70,000 - $85,000 depending on experience, plus bonus opportunities
Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) with company match
11 paid holidays plus 1 floating personal holiday
17 Paid Time Off (PTO) Days
Ryan Lawn & Tree
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen (including marijuana), criminal background check, MVR check, and DOT physical (where applicable) before starting employment. Candidates must meet all screening requirements as a condition of employment.
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