Manager, Corporate Accounting

Manager, Corporate Accounting

The Accounting Manager will lead the company's core general accounting and financial reporting processes, including month-end close, financial statement preparation, balance sheet integrity, audit coordination, and internal controls. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting while driving process improvements and developing a high-performing accounting team. The Accounting Manager is an internal role that reports directly to the Controller and works closely with the finance and accounting team and partners with various team members throughout the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and flux analysis
• Review key balance sheet and income statement accounts, investigate fluctuations, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial results
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting schedules
• Coordinate the annual external audit process, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, close procedures, and internal controls to support accurate financial reporting
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability across the accounting function
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff through coaching, goal setting, and ongoing performance management
• Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, payroll, HR, and operations to resolve accounting matters and support business initiatives
• Support special projects, system enhancements, and process improvement initiatives as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or related field
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in public accounting and/or industry
• 3+ years of people management or supervisory experience

Required Skills and Experience:

• Strong technical accounting knowledge with demonstrated ability to apply US GAAP in a complex business environment
• Proven ability to manage and execute the full close cycle with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and continuous improvement
• Experience preparing financial statements and audit-ready schedules for external review
• Track record of developing and maintaining internal controls and accounting policies in a structured, fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate discrepancies and communicate findings clearly to non-accounting stakeholders
• Experience managing and developing junior accounting staff, with a collaborative and coaching-oriented leadership style

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license strongly preferred
• Combination of public accounting (Big 4 or regional firm) and industry accounting experience
• Experience in a high-growth, fast-paced environment with evolving processes and systems
• Experience with manufacturing, inventory accounting, or cost accounting
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and financial reporting tools
• Background in aerospace, defense, or government contracting preferred
• Familiarity with cost accounting standards (CAS) or government contract accounting a plus

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use a computer to complete assignments
• Ability to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone and telepresence
• Ability to pick up to 50lbs
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will typically work in an office environment
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

$130,000 - $175,000 a year This is the lowest to highest compensation range we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. In addition to base pay and equity, we offer: Heavily employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance plans Long Wall paid life insurance and LTD coverage 4% 401k match Student loan repayment assistance program Paid parental leave Family planning assistance program Long Wall paid financial wellness program Paid time off for non-exempt employees and flexible vacation policy for exempt employees

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work and access export-controlled data) and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages.