Position Overview:The Senior Corporate Accounting Manager will play a strategic leadership role within the Company's accounting organization, supporting a publicly traded, multi-entity enterprise with approximately $2.8B in annual revenue. This role will work closely with the Controller - Operational Accounting and senior finance leadership to lead the monthly close process, manage quarterly and year-end SEC reporting, strengthen financial controls, and drive continuous improvement of accounting operations.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on, experienced accounting leader with a strong public company background, deep technical accounting expertise, the ability to manage tight deadlines, develop high-performing talent, and partner cross-functionally to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions:Financial Close & Reporting:- Lead and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accurate results and adherence to timelines.
- Take ownership of critical close areas and high-risk accounts, providing technical direction rather than solely reviewing staff work.
- Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Develop and maintain key roll-forwards, disclosure support schedules, and balance sheet tie-outs.
- Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX, and company accounting policies.
- Coordinate preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings footnotes and other disclosures.
- Partner with the Controller - Operational Accounting and other senior leaders to address complex accounting matters and ensure consistent application of policies.
Team Leadership & Development:- Directly manage, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals (including 4-5 direct reports), fostering strong performance and career growth.
- Set priorities, allocate workload, and ensure execution against close and reporting cycle deadlines.
- Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Technical Accounting & Compliance:- Support adoption of new accounting standards and assess impacts on financial statements and disclosures
- Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting (SOX), including coordination with internal and external auditors
- Act as a key liaison with internal and external auditors throughout quarterly reviews and annual audits.
Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Partnership:- Identify and implement opportunities to improve close efficiency, reporting accuracy, and scalability of accounting processes.
- Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Legal, IT, and operational finance teams on financial reporting processes and systems initiatives.
- Lead or support special projects such as system implementations, process automation, and acquisition integrations.
- Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership based on financial reporting trends and analysis.
Qualifications:Required- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA required
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or public company experience
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance
- Prior experience managing or reviewing monthly close and external financial reporting
- Proven people management experience with direct reports
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Preferred- Experience supporting medium to large publicly traded organizations.
- Public accounting background and/or experience.
- Experience with Oracle ERP and related financial reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion, Smart View).
- Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI.
- Demonstrated experience leading process improvement or accounting transformation initiatives.
Key Competencies:- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple complex priorities.
- Ability to partner effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Hands-on leadership style with a strong continuous improvement mindset
Working Environment/Safety Requirements/Physical Requirements:- No special physical requirements for this position. Position is situated in an office environment.
