Job Description

Accounting Manager

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee general accounting operations and lead a high-performing accounting team. This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, managing the month-end close process, maintaining internal controls, and supporting audit and tax compliance activities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, experience managing complex accounting operations, and a passion for developing teams.

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.

Why this version is harder to trace back to the client

• Removed company-specific phrasing like "Financial Packages," "HST," and "our customers."

• Generalized references to tax filings, ERP systems, and accounting processes without changing the role's requirements.

• Reorganized responsibilities so they no longer follow the client's original posting structure.

• Replaced proprietary wording with broader accounting terminology used across many organizations.

• Shifted the tone from an internal HR posting to a recruiter-friendly job description suitable for LinkedIn, Indeed, or Dice.

This version will be much less recognizable while still attracting the same caliber of Accounting Manager candidates.