Accounting Manager

Pine Tree Recruiting LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pine Tree Recruiting is actively seeking an accomplished Accounting Manager in the Atlanta area. The role targets a CPA with a strong technical foundation who wants broader responsibilities in a sophisticated corporate accounting environment.

The position offers visibility to senior leadership, exposure to complex financial matters, and opportunities to influence accounting operations and process improvements. MBA or advanced degree is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA license is required.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Public accounting and industry experience preferred.
• Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge and corporate financial reporting.
• Strong Excel, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work across multiple departments.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and review of financial information for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze complex accounting matters and apply US GAAP guidance.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data.
• Participate in monthly and quarterly close activities, including balances reviews, adjustments, and discrepancies.
• Support financial reporting for multiple entities.
• Assist with accounting research, policy development, and audits coordination.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Contribute to special projects involving accounting systems and process enhancements.

Skills

CPA license

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

MBA or advanced degree valued

Tools

Excel

Job description

Pine Tree Recruiting is conducting a confidential search for an Accounting Manager on behalf of a well-established company in the Atlanta area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA who has developed a strong technical foundation and is interested in taking on broader responsibilities within a sophisticated corporate accounting environment.

The position offers visibility to senior leadership, exposure to complex financial matters, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful improvements in accounting operations.

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you'll work with a collaborative finance team on a variety of accounting, reporting, and operational initiatives.

Responsibilities will include:

• Help oversee the preparation and review of financial information used by internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze complex accounting matters and recommend appropriate treatment under U.S. GAAP.
• Work with various departments to ensure the accuracy and consistency of financial information.
• Participate in monthly and quarterly accounting activities, including reviewing balances, preparing adjustments, and investigating discrepancies.
• Support financial reporting involving multiple business entities.
• Assist with accounting research, documentation, and the development of internal policies.
• Work with external auditors and help coordinate information requests.
• Evaluate existing procedures and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Participate in special projects involving accounting systems, business changes, and financial process enhancements.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Active CPA license required.
• Approximately 6+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• A combination of public accounting and industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and corporate financial reporting.
• Experience working with complex accounting issues and financial statement preparation.
• Strong Excel, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues across multiple departments.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Experience working within a larger or more complex corporate environment is a plus. An MBA or other advanced degree is also valued.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position is particularly attractive to someone who enjoys the technical side of accounting but also wants to participate in broader business discussions and process improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with experienced finance professionals, assume meaningful ownership of assigned responsibilities, and expand their exposure to corporate accounting matters.