Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager



H2O Care Partners Opportunity for Impact:
H2O Care Partners (“H2OCP”) is a shared resource organization based in Massachusetts that builds custom partnerships with leading water quality entrepreneurs, providing expertise in business development, finance, marketing, recruiting,
benefits, and other value-add functions. Since its official launch in April 2022, H2O Care Partners has completed more than 20 acquisitions, growing from approximately $5 million to $150 million in revenue. Over the next three to five years, the company aims to partner with more than 50 businesses and scale to $1 billion in revenue, becoming the first choice for American families seeking clean, safe drinking water. For two consecutive years, H2OCP has ranked among the Inc. 5000’s fastest-growing companies.

Backed by Shore Capital and supported by a world-class Board of Directors with deep expertise in water treatment, operations, and marketing, the company is led by CEO Keith Caldwell, an experienced entrepreneur and former Boston Consulting Group leader. As the company continues to scale, it is seeking a strategic Accounting Manager to join the accounting team and help build the financial foundation for a business poised to grow from $150M to over $1B in revenue in the near term. The Accounting Manager will be a key leader within the Finance team, overseeing financial reporting, analysis, and process improvements that drive accurate and timely decision-making. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to ensure financial integrity, assess risks, and provide actionable insights that guide business strategy and support the company’s financial goals.

About Shore Capital Partners
Shore Capital, a Chicago-based private equity firm with offices in Nashville, is an investor in lower middle market companies in the Healthcare, Food and Beverage, Business Services, Industrial, and Real Estate industries. Shore’s strategy is to support management partners to grow faster with less risk through access to capital, world-class board and operational resources, and unmatched networking, development, and shared learnings across the portfolio. From 2020-2024, Shore received recognition from Inc Magazine as a 5x Top Founder Friendly Investor and by Pitchbook Research for leading U.S. Private Equity deal volume for the past 10 years, from 2015-2024. Shore targets investments in proven, successful private companies with superior management teams, stable cash flow, and significant potential to grow through industry consolidation and organic growth to generate value for shareholders. Shore has approximately $13 billion of assets under management and in additional investment platforms to which it provides business and operational consulting services.

OUR CORE VALUES:

Win as a Team: We are stronger together and win by supporting and respecting one another.

Always Learning: We are constantly striving to improve ourselves, our organization, and our offerings.

Trusted Partners: We are responsive to our partners and customers, communicating with honesty, integrity, and transparency.

Excellence in Our Work : We are committed to providing exceptional service and solutions delivered by an expert team.
Results Oriented: We go the extra mile to solve our partners’ and customers’ needs.



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own month-end close process, financial reporting deadlines, and preparation of variance analysis with an emphasis on inventory/cost of sales, including margin analysis
• Review and approve all journal entries and account reconciliations
• Variance research and narratives for management regarding anomalies in actuals, forecasts, and budgets
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits and ensure timely provision of required schedules and documentation
• Direct and oversee the lease process, ensuring that all leases are entered into the accounting system in a timely and accurate manner, and thoroughly reviewing all lease reports and reconciliations
• Monitor inventory accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness
• Support in guiding other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy and applying observations and recommendations to operational issues
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, enhance controls, and streamline reporting
• Partner closely with the Controller to support business initiatives

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations including experience with manufacturing/inventory
• Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to both technical and nontechnical audiences
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI or other AI tools a plus
• A strong understanding of financial statements and GAAP principles
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving ability
• Comfortable operating in a private-equity environment and interfacing with executives and Board members
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to roll up your sleeves

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
CPA preferred
4-6 years of related experience required in accounting
Experience in a fast-paced environment is a must, while experience with acquisitions is a nice-to-have

LOCATION:
Central/Eastern Massachusetts area preferrable
Hybrid working model, expect 1-2 days per week in the office
COMPENSATION:
Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and will include an attractive base salary,
annual bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package

For candidates whose primary place of work will be in Massachusetts, the expected base salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000.

This range represents the base salary H2O Care Partners expects to pay for this position at the time of this posting. Individual pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant experience, education and specific work location.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace for our employees, customers, and communities. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law.

H2O Care Partners is committed to pay transparency and providing good-faith compensation ranges for all roles. We also provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities and religious beliefs. If you need assistance during the application process, please contact our People Team at [email protected].