Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager with 10–15 years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role, to join our finance team. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional who is passionate about accounting, enjoys solving complex technical issues, and takes pride in developing high-performing teams.
This role is designed for someone who thrives as a hands-on leader—someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, diving into the details, and ensuring accounting excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Develop, mentor, and coach members of the accounting team, fostering technical expertise and continuous improvement.
- Review complex accounting transactions and ensure compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.
- Partner with cross-functional departments to resolve accounting matters and improve business processes.
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls.
- Assist with external audits by responding to auditor inquiries and supporting documentation requests.
- Analyze financial results, investigate unusual variances, and provide meaningful insights to management.
- Develop and improve accounting processes to increase efficiency while maintaining strong controls.
- Participate in special projects, system implementations, acquisitions, and process improvement initiatives.
- Serve as a trusted technical accounting resource across the organization.
Technical Skills
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong understanding of financial statement relationships and account reconciliations.
- Experience researching and applying accounting guidance.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
Leadership Style
The ideal candidate is:
- Passionate about accounting and enjoys technical accounting challenges.
- A hands-on leader who willingly dives into the details when needed.
- Comfortable balancing strategic oversight with day-to-day execution.
- A coach who enjoys developing people and strengthening accounting capabilities.
- Organized, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality work.
- Someone who finds long-term fulfillment in being an exceptional accounting leader who is motivated by the work itself and enjoys being a subject matter expert.
Qualifications and Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
- CPA designation strongly preferred.
- 10 –15 years of progressive accounting experience, with 3-5 years of leadership responsibilities.
- Proven ability to build strong partnerships with business leaders while providing accounting guidance.
- Experience managing month-end close and general ledger accounting.
- Demonstrated success developing, mentoring, and leading accounting professionals.
- Experience supporting external audits and working with independent auditors.
