Senior Manager, Accounting
St. Petersburg, FL (Hybrid)This is a high-impact leadership role for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to drive both operational excellence and process improvement. Reporting to the VP Corporate Controller, you will lead critical aspects of the monthly close process, oversee a talented accounting team, support SOX compliance efforts, and help optimize accounting processes through automation and technology.
What You'll Do• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process for a significant business division
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting activities
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX requirements, and internal controls
• Serve as a key partner during internal and external audits
• Manage and develop a team that includes direct reports and shared services resources
• Drive accountability, process discipline, and continuous improvement across the accounting function
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve the efficiency and accuracy of the close cycle
• Partner cross-functionally with finance, operations, and business leaders to support organizational goals
• Take ownership of your area of responsibility and proactively drive issues through resolution
What We're Looking For- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA required
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Public company accounting experience
- Big 4 public accounting experience preferred, ideally 5+ years
- Strong understanding of GAAP, SOX compliance, internal controls, and financial reporting
- Experience leading monthly close processes and managing accounting teams
- SAP experience preferred; candidates with strong ERP expertise may also be considered
- Proven ability to improve processes, streamline workflows, and leverage technology to increase efficiency
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
The Ideal CandidateWe're looking for someone who demonstrates extreme ownership, takes initiative, and follows through. The successful candidate will be technically strong, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in the details while also identifying opportunities to improve how work gets done. This person will serve as a leader, coach, and change agent who can help elevate both processes and people.
LocationHybrid role based in St. Petersburg, Florida. Team members are expected to work onsite two days per week.
Benefits Package Includes: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, disability, paid maternity/paternity leave, FSA, and more.
