Accounting Manager

Accounting ManagerThayer Infrastructure Services is a private equity–backed, high-growth provider of power, fiber, wireless, and engineering infrastructure services. As we continue to scale — organically and through acquisition — we are building out a best-in-class finance and accounting function to support the business. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team and play a critical role in the company's financial infrastructure during a period of significant transformation.Position SummaryThe Accounting Manager will be a key member of the accounting team, reporting directly to the Group Controller. This role owns the monthly close process, general ledger integrity, and technical accounting areas including fixed assets, leases, and intercompany/consolidations, while also playing a lead role in the year-end audit and partnering closely with tax, FP&A, and the broader accounting organization (AP, Billing/AR). This is a hands-on role well suited for a controllership-minded professional who thrives in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment with evolving processes and high expectations for accuracy and scalability.Key ResponsibilitiesMonth-End Close & General LedgerOwn and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process in NetSuite, ensuring accurate and timely close in accordance with a defined close calendarPrepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliationsMaintain the integrity of the general ledger, including chart of accounts governanceIdentify and drive process improvements and close-cycle efficiencies as the company scalesConsolidations & IntercompanyManage the consolidation process across multiple entities/subsidiaries within NetSuiteOversee intercompany transactions, eliminations, and reconciliationsSupport integration of newly acquired entities into the accounting close and reporting process, including chart of accounts mapping and NetSuite onboardingTechnical AccountingManage fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals — relevant given the capital-intensive nature of infrastructure project workOversee lease accounting under ASC 842, including lease schedules and related disclosuresResearch and document technical accounting positions on non-routine or complex transactions, including project-based revenue recognition considerations common in infrastructure/construction-services businessesFinancial Reporting & AnalysisPrepare and analyze monthly P&L and Balance Sheet fluctuations; provide variance commentary to managementPartner with FP&A to ensure alignment between actuals, budget, and forecastSupport preparation of internal management reporting packages and board/investor reporting materialsAudit & ComplianceServe as a key point of contact for the year-end financial statement audit, including preparation of audit schedules (PBC list) and liaising with external auditorsPartner with tax advisors/tax team on income tax provision, compliance filings, and related deliverablesSupport the design, documentation, and monitoring of internal controls (SOX readiness a plus, depending on PE sponsor requirements)Cross-Functional PartnershipCollaborate closely with AP and Billing/AR teams to ensure clean hand-offs into the GL and accurate cutoffs at closePartner with the procurement/card program team on Ramp reconciliation, coding, and month-end tie-out of corporate card and procurement activityAct as a liaison between the accounting team and FP&A to ensure consistent, reliable financial dataSupport ad hoc projects, including system implementations, process re-design, and M&A integrationTeam & Process LeadershipPotential to mentor/manage junior accounting staff as the team growsContribute to building scalable processes, controls, and documentation appropriate for a growing PE-backed platformSupport NetSuite and Ramp optimization, automation, and reporting initiativesQualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldCPA strongly preferred (active license or CPA-eligible)10+ years of progressive accounting/controllership experience; prior public accounting (audit) experience a strong plusDeep working knowledge of US GAAP, including consolidations, intercompany accounting, fixed assets, and lease accounting (ASC 842)Proven experience managing or heavily contributing to the month-end close processExperience preparing for and managing external financial statement auditsHands-on experience with NetSuite required; experience with Ramp or similar spend management platforms strongly preferredStrongly PreferredPrior experience in a private equity–backed company or portfolio company environmentExperience in infrastructure services, construction, engineering, telecom, or a similar project-based industryExperience with multi-entity consolidations and M&A/acquisition integration accountingExposure to income tax compliance and coordination with external tax advisorsExperience operating in a high-growth or transformational environment (new systems, evolving processes, scaling controls)Familiarity with SOX / internal controls frameworksSkills & AttributesStrong technical accounting acumen paired with a pragmatic, hands-on approachExcellent communication skills; able to explain accounting concepts to non-accounting stakeholdersHigh attention to detail balanced with the ability to manage competing deadlinesComfortable operating with limited process documentation and building structure from the ground upCollaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally across AP, Billing/AR, and FP&ASelf-starter who takes ownership and drives issues to resolutionWhat We OfferCompetitive base salaryComprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits401(k) with company matchHigh-visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership and PE sponsorSignificant opportunity for growth as the company scales