Accounting Manager – Join Our Akina Enterprises LLC ‘Ohana!
Location: Maui, HI
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday core hours (with occasional evenings/weekends as needed)
About Us
Akina Enterprises LLC invites you to join our work ‘Ohana! As Maui’s premier transportation company, we are proud to be known throughout Hawaiʻi as the 'Transportation Ambassadors of Aloha', delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality service while sharing the true Aloha Spirit. We are Maui’s only Native Hawaiian, female-owned, and family-operated transportation company—and pioneers in the industry. Join us in delivering exceptional travel experiences with warmth, care, and respect.
Position Overview
We’re seeking a highly efficient, experienced, and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee all accounting functions for Akina Enterprises LLC. The Accounting Manager will manage financial reporting, budgeting, audits, cash management, and compliance, ensuring that all accounting processes meet the company’s high standards of accuracy and integrity. This leadership role offers the opportunity to make a visible impact in a close-knit ‘Ohana environment and contribute directly to the continued success of Maui’s most trusted transportation company.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for all accounting functions of the company
Produce monthly financial statements and management reports
Prepare monthly and annual budgets and financial forecasts
Maintain all accounting and financial records with accuracy and confidentiality
Act as the primary interface with external auditors and control audit fees
Negotiate with lending sources and control debt service and interest expense
Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
Post and process all accounts payable information and ensure timely payment of bills
Prepare and post cash receipts, payroll information, and other journal entries
Invoice major school and contract accounts accurately and on schedule
Reconcile all bank and balance sheet accounts monthly to general ledger detail
Manage all cash functions including receipts, disbursements, and debt schedules
Maintain the chart of accounts and an orderly, up-to-date filing system
Maintain and improve costing systems for operational efficiency
Ensure compliance with all state, local, and federal tax requirements and filings (including GET)
Develop and maintain accounting systems and internal controls for accuracy and efficiency
Prepare regular financial and management reports with actionable insights
Support special projects requiring evening or weekend work (comp time or overtime applicable)
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (Associate’s Degree may be considered with extensive experience)
Minimum of 4–5 years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting, budgeting, and cash management
Prior experience as a Senior Accountant, Full-Charge Bookkeeper, or Accounting Manager preferred
Proficiency in accounting software Sage 50 and QuickBooks (Online or Desktop) and Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, reconciliations)
Strong knowledge of GAAP and Hawaiʻi state/federal financial regulations, including General Excise Tax (GET)
Demonstrated ability to manage audits, lender relationships, and debt service
Excellent analytical, organizational, and time-management skills
High ethical standards and attention to confidentiality
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with auditors, lenders, and leadership
CPA, CPA Candidate, or Certified Bookkeeper (CB) designation preferred
Salary: $75,000 – $90,000 (commensurate with experience)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Competitive pay
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Flexible Benefits Plan
Life & Disability Insurance
Career development opportunities and a respectful, values-driven company culture based in Maui
How to Apply
Ready to bring your accounting expertise and aloha spirit to our team? Please contact our Human Resources Department at (808) 879-2828 ext 0 (Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.) or respond directly to this posting. In your cover letter, tell us how you embody the Aloha Spirit in your work.
Akina Enterprises LLC – Continuing the tradition of excellence as Maui’s Transportation Ambassadors of Aloha.