Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

The Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the accounting function for a $2 billion privately held corporation. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting, maintains strong internal controls, supports strategic business initiatives, and leads the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.

The Senior Accounting Manager serves as a key member of the accounting leadership team and is responsible for managing accounting operations, developing staff, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, and partnering with business leaders across the organization to support growth, operational efficiency, and sound financial decision-making. This position will be reporting to the Assistant Controller.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close Process

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and supporting analyses.
• Analyze financial results and investigate significant variances and unusual transactions.
• Coordinate preparation of management reporting packages and executive-level financial analyses.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee all accounting functions, including:
• General Ledger
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts Payable
• Fixed Assets
• Inventory Accounting
• Cost Accounting
• Revenue Recognition
• Payroll Accounting
• Treasury Accounting
• Intercompany Accounting
• Ensure proper accounting treatment of complex and non-routine transactions.
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations and monitor aged items for timely resolution.
• Maintain and enhance accounting policies and procedures.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain a strong internal control environment to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, tax regulations, lending agreements, and other financial requirements.
• Support external audits, tax reviews, lender requests, and due diligence activities.
• Lead implementation and monitoring of accounting controls and process improvements.
• Identify operational and financial risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, develop, and mentor accounting staff.
• Establish performance expectations and support professional development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet departmental objectives and reporting deadlines.
• Recruit, train, and retain high-performing accounting professionals.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, automation, and scalability.
• Evaluate and improve accounting workflows and business processes.
• Partner with IT and business stakeholders on ERP enhancements, system implementations, and technology projects.
• Leverage data analytics and reporting tools to improve financial visibility and decision-making.

Business Partnership

• Collaborate with operations, sales, supply chain, human resources, legal, and executive leadership.
• Provide accounting guidance and support for strategic initiatives, acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings, and special projects.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Support business growth through proactive financial analysis and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA certification or Master's degree in Accounting preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 3+ years of management or supervisory experience.
• Experience within a large private company, public company, or public accounting firm preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing complex accounting processes in a multi-entity environment preferred.
• ERP system experience required (SAP, Oracle or similar).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Proven leadership and team development capabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial systems proficiency.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and process excellence.

Key Performance Indicators

• Timeliness and accuracy of monthly financial close.
• Financial statement quality and compliance.
• Balance sheet reconciliation completion and aging metrics.
• Audit results and control effectiveness.
• Process improvement and automation achievements.
• Team engagement, development, and retention.
• Achievement of departmental and corporate financial objectives.

Why Join Us

This role provides an opportunity to lead a critical accounting function within a growing $2 billion private enterprise. The Senior Accounting Manager will play a significant role in supporting executive decision-making, driving process improvements, developing talent, and ensuring financial excellence across the organization.