Accounting Manager: Close, Controls & Team Leader

Summary Accounting Manager The Accounting Manager is a key leadership role within the controllership organization, responsible for overseeing assigned accounting functions and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies. This role leads components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, manages and develops accounting staff, and partners cross‑functionally to support business objectives. The Accounting Manager plays a critical role in maintaining a strong internal control environment and driving continuous improvement across accounting processes. Responsibilities Lead assigned areas of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial results Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation prepared by senior and staff accountants Partner with finance, operations, technology, tax, and other stakeholders to resolve accounting matters and support business initiatives Ensure effective design and execution of internal controls and serve as point of contact for internal and external audit requests within assigned areas Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement while supporting system enhancements and automation initiatives Ensure accounting policies and procedures are documented, updated, and consistently applied Directly manage, coach, and develop senior and staff accountants Set clear performance expectations, provide ongoing feedback, and conduct performance evaluations Support hiring, onboarding, training, and succession planning for the accounting team Qualifications Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree Experience Requirements: 8–10 years experience in relevant field Travel requirement: No travel requirements Supervisor Responsibility Direct Reports: Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company‑wide processes, tools and resources Indirect Reports: May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports Required Knowledge and Skills Ability to meet close and reporting deadlines with strong attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across departments Advanced spreadsheet proficiency and experience with enterprise resource planning and close management systems Adaptability and comfort operating in a fast‑paced, evolving environment Strong analytical judgment with a focus on control effectiveness and continuous improvement Results‑oriented mindset balancing operational discipline with efficiency and innovation Environmental & Physical Requirements Office / Sedentary Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically, requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may require the ability to lift up to 10lbs. Additional Information Regarding Job Duties Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job positions, or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law. Important Information The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of associates so classified. The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr