Accounting Manager

Atlas Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Search is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager / Regional Controller in New York City. This critical role involves overseeing accounting operations and managing teams across selected partner companies, reporting directly to the VP of Finance and CFO.

The position offers a salary range of $130,000 to $175,000 and focuses on building processes and systems from the ground up while partnering with executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, including 3 years in a privately held company.
• Experience in a PE-backed or high-growth environment strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience across core accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and analysis, including consolidated statements and dashboards.
• Build and manage accounting teams across acquisitions.
• Coordinate audits, compliance, and tax filings.

Skills

Financial reporting and analysis

Leadership of accounting teams

Tax compliance

M&A due diligence

Autonomy and sound judgment

Strong Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA certification or progress toward certification

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks

Job description

Our client, a private equity-backed financial services firm in New York City, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager / Regional Controller to join their team. This role will report to the VP of Finance and CFO, and play a critical role in overseeing accounting operations across a designated region and select partner companies. This is a highly visible position at an early‑stage holding company, offering the opportunity to build processes, systems, and teams from the ground up while partnering closely with executive leadership and operating company management.

The annual base salary range is $130,000 to $175,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and analysis, including consolidated statements and dashboards
• Build and manage accounting teams across acquisitions (AP, AR, GL, payroll, tax)
• Coordinate audits, compliance, and tax filings
• Support M&A due diligence and integration
• Manage cash flow, treasury, and banking relationships
• Drive system/process improvements and automation
• Act as a strategic partner to the executive team

Job Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a privately held company
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required)
• CPA certification or progress toward certification preferred
• Prior experience in a PE-backed or high‑growth environment strongly preferred
• Hands‑on experience across core accounting functions (GL, close, reporting, analysis)
• Familiarity with accounting and financial systems; experience with NetSuite and/or QuickBooks a plus
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets
• Proven ability to operate with autonomy, exercise sound judgment, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment