Senior Manager of Accounting

New York, New York

LHH
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Keys to role:

  • MUST be public/private, CPA preferred;
  • Nice to have:
  • consolidations experience
  • post-acquisition experience
  • NetSuite experience

Title: Senior Manager/Director of Corporate Accounting

Work Location: Fully Remote - United States

Salary Range: $100,000 $150,000

Job Overview:

  • The Senior Manager/Director of Corporate Accounting will play a vital role in fostering a high-performance culture, managing financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
  • This position requires an individual with a deep understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, technical expertise, and the willingness to act as a player/coach.
  • Responsible for both executing accounting processes and supervising a team of accountants, ensuring that we meet internal and external deadlines, and that financial reporting is aligned with company goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Leadership & Supervision: Lead and manage the corporate accounting team, providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development.
  • Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
  • Assist in performance management, recruitment, and retention of top accounting talent.
  • Hands-On Accounting: Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  • Manage financial close processes, including consolidation of foreign entities in multiple currencies.
  • Review journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activities to ensure accuracy.
  • Financial Reporting: Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring they meet regulatory standards and internal expectations.
  • Support ad-hoc financial reporting needs and initiatives for senior leadership.
  • Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with US GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and other regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor and review accounting procedures to ensure that financial transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Assist with audits, ensuring a smooth process and prompt resolution of audit findings.
  • Process Improvement & Efficiency: Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and systems, driving automation and streamlining procedures to enhance efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless integration of accounting functions.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
  • Proven experience building and managing corporate accounting functions, including financial reporting, general ledger, and month-end close.
  • Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, including ASC 606.
  • Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive projects to completion.
  • Experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and in-house corporate accounting roles.
  • Familiarity with accounting for SaaS companies, preferred.
  • Hands-on leadership style with a "get-things-done" mentality.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Ability to lead a team effectively while maintaining a positive and productive work environment.
  • High level of integrity and attention to detail.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities.

Date Posted: 03 April 2025
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