Senior Manager, Financial Accounting

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. 

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programs as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. 

Our capabilities include program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. 

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier program, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. 

Job Description

The Senior Manager, Financial Accounting will report to the Financial Controller and will be based out of the Atlanta office.

*In-office working at a T&T office is required two to three days out of the work week.*

This position is responsible for leading key accounting operations across the North America finance organization. The Senior Manager, Accounting will oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, general ledger accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, audit support, internal controls, and process improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is an experienced accounting leader who demonstrates strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. This individual will lead and develop accounting team members, partner with finance and business stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement across accounting processes, controls, and systems.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting activities.
• Oversee the preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, intercompany transactions, and other general ledger activity.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records and supporting documentation.
• Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Manage accounting operations related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash management, fixed assets, suspense accounts, clearing accounts, and other assigned general ledger accounts.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, company policies, regulatory requirements, and internal control standards.
• Lead SOX compliance activities and execute or oversee control responsibilities where applicable.
• Support internal and external audits by coordinating requests, preparing supporting documentation, and facilitating timely responses.
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal control processes to strengthen the control environment.
• Identify accounting risks, operational gaps, and control deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Drive process improvement initiatives focused on standardization, automation, efficiency, and scalability within the accounting function.
• Partner with finance, operations, and business leaders to resolve accounting issues and support key business initiatives.
• Participate in system enhancements, ERP upgrades, implementation testing, troubleshooting, and optimization efforts.
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff through coaching, performance management, training, and career development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity when handling sensitive financial information.
• Other duties as assigned.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• CPA designation is required or strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of progressive accounting experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership or people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and accounting operations.
• Experience managing month-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, audit support, and internal controls.
• Experience supporting SOX compliance programs is preferred.
• Experience working in a publicly traded company, multinational organization, professional services, or consulting environment is preferred.
• Experience working with or reporting into a UK parent company is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.
• Experience utilizing MS D365 or a similar ERP system is preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with system implementations, process improvements, or accounting transformation initiatives is preferred.

Key Attributes

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate accounting team members.
• Excellent organization skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and sound professional judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop strong working relationships across finance, operations, and senior leadership.
• Strong team skills, collaborating with and supporting colleagues when required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Resilient character, comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines.
• Self-starter who takes initiative to improve both the finance team and the Company’s performance.
• Results driven with a proactive approach and a “can-do” attitude.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, always displaying a high level of integrity.
• Strong process improvement mindset with the ability to identify efficiencies and drive operational excellence.

Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs* 

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this, we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

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