Accounting Manager

Key Responsibilities: Lead the day-to-day operations of the general ledger and accounting team. Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Review account reconciliations, journal entries, consolidations, foreign currency activity, and supporting schedules. Prepare and review financial statements, management reporting packages, and balance sheet analyses. Monitor financial activity throughout the reporting cycle to identify unusual transactions and ensure proper accounting treatment. Partner with business leaders to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes. Coordinate and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits. Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support compliance and operational efficiency. Support system enhancements and process improvement initiatives related to accounting and financial reporting. Oversee tax compliance activities by coordinating with external tax advisors and ensuring timely preparation of required filings and payments. Review monthly financial results and perform variance analysis to ensure the accuracy of financial records. Supervise accounts payable, invoicing, and other accounting functions to ensure timely processing and accurate reporting. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing close timelines and increasing operational efficiency.

Leadership Responsibilities: Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. Establish goals, provide coaching, conduct performance evaluations, and support career development planning. Allocate resources and prioritize workloads to meet departmental objectives. Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding accounting talent. Promote cross-functional collaboration and provide financial guidance to business stakeholders.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. CPA designation preferred. Master's degree (MBA or Accounting) is a plus.8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 4 years in a leadership role. Experience leading month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger functions. Background supporting external audits and working with outside accounting firms. Experience with financial consolidations and intercompany accounting preferred. ERP experience required; Microsoft Dynamics GP or comparable accounting systems preferred. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Preferred Experience: Multi-entity and multi-currency accounting environments. Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks. Experience improving accounting processes and implementing system enhancements. Knowledge of sales tax, income tax, and other regulatory compliance requirements. Experience working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization.

Desired Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Effective communication skills with the ability to present financial information to executive leadership. Collaborative leadership style with a commitment to team development. High attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy. Ability to build strong working relationships across departments.