Accounting Manager

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC; False Pass (AK); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Staffing Group is seeking an Accounting Manager in Philadelphia, hybrid. The role oversees general accounting functions, ensures accurate financial reporting, and supports month-end close with process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge including ASC 606/IFRS as needed, and a proven ability to partner with business leaders on process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close, G/L, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, analyses, and GL reconciliations.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of records.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics GP

BlackLine

Job description

Job Description

Accounting Manager
Location: Philadelphia, PA (Hybrid)

Position Overview

Our Philadelphia-based client is seeking a highly motivated accounting professional to join their growing finance team. This individual will play a key role in overseeing general accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting the month-end close process, and driving continuous process improvements across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in corporate accounting, with recent experience managing complex close activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account analyses, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and company accounting policies.
• Support internal and external audit activities, including audit requests and documentation.
• Partner with business leaders to identify and implement process improvements and standardization initiatives.
• Collaborate with shared services and offshore accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate transaction processing.
• Participate in close optimization initiatives, helping drive accelerated month-end close timelines.
• Assist with consolidations and consolidated financial reporting where applicable.
• Support acquisition integrations, mergers and acquisitions activities, and related accounting requirements.
• Research and apply relevant accounting guidance, including revenue recognition (ASC 606) and IFRS standards as needed.

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Recent hands-on experience with:
  • Month-End Close
  • General Ledger Accounting
  • Journal Entries
  • Account and Balance Sheet Reconciliations
  • Financial Reporting

Preferred Experience

Candidates should possess experience in at least four of the following areas:

• Internal Controls and SOX Compliance
• Internal or External Audit Support
• Shared Services or Offshore Team Leadership
• Process Improvement and Standardization Initiatives
• ERP Systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics GP
• BlackLine
• Accelerated Month-End Close / Close Optimization
• Consolidations and Consolidated Reporting
• IFRS, IFRS 15, ASC 606, or Revenue Recognition
• Acquisition Integration and M&A Support

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing organization where you'll have visibility across the finance function, contribute to strategic initiatives, and help drive operational excellence within the accounting team.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents:

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

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