Accounting Manager

Proven Recruiting; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first environment

Austin ties

Growth opportunities

Mentorship by VP of Accounting

Team events

Job summary

Proven Recruiting represents an Austin-based client seeking an Accounting Manager with a hands-on, PE‑backed background and strong technical accounting skills. The role is remote-first with close ties to Austin, and you will lead monthly closes, revenue recognition under ASC 606, and post‑acquisition integration work.

You will collaborate with FP&A, Legal, and Ops to ensure audit readiness and scalable processes, reporting to the VP of Accounting, and shaping a best‑in‑class accounting function

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance (CPA preferred but not required).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a PE-backed environment.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, ASC 606, and SaaS revenue models.
• Hands-on M&A accounting experience, including post-acquisition integration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in compliance with US GAAP.
• Manage SaaS revenue recognition under ASC 606.
• Support M&A activities: purchase price accounting and post-acquisition integrations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across FP&A, Legal, and Ops to ensure audit readiness and scalable processes.
• Help build a best-in-class accounting function within a lean, high-performing team.

Skills

US GAAP

ASC 606

SaaS revenue models

M&A accounting

PE experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Accounting Manager - PE backed environment!

Our client is looking for a hands-on Accounting Manager with a strong operational mindset and technical accounting skillset. Someone with prior experience in a PE-backed environment and strong M&A exposure will excel in this position. This is a great opportunity to join an Austin company in a fully remote environment.

What you'll do:

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in compliance with US GAAP
• Manage SaaS revenue recognition under ASC 606
• Support M&A activities: purchase price accounting and post-acquisition integrations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across FP&A, Legal, and Ops to ensure audit readiness and scalable processes
• Help build a best-in-class accounting function within a lean, high-performing team

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in PE-backed environment (must-have)
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, ASC 606, and SaaS revenue models
• ???????Hands-on M&A accounting experience, including post-acquisition integration

Why work here:

• Be part of a close-knit, remote-first accounting team with strong Austin ties
• Learn from leadership with a track record of success
• Work directly under the VP of Accounting with clear visibility and upward mobility
• Participate in team events, lunches, and collaborative projects despite being remote

What does this position pay?

Compensation is determined by several factors which may include skillset, experience level, and geographic location. The expected range for this role is $125,000 to $140,000 per year. Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.