Accounting Manager

Thayer-Power-and-Communication-Line-Constructio; Pataskala (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Exposure to PE sponsor

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Thayer Infrastructure Services, a PE-backed provider of power, fiber, wireless, and engineering infrastructure, seeks an Accounting Manager to own the monthly close, GL integrity, and technical areas including fixed assets, leases, and intercompany consolidations.

This hands-on role partners with tax, FP&A, and the broader accounting organization, supports audits, and leads process improvements to scale with the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required (CPA preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/controllership experience; PE background a plus.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP including consolidations, intercompany, fixed assets, and ASC 842.
• Experience managing month-end close and external audits; NetSuite expertise a must.
• Ramp or similar spend-management experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process in NetSuite.
• Manage consolidations across entities and intercompany transactions.
• Oversee fixed assets, leases, and project-based accounting considerations.
• Support year-end audit, tax provisions, and internal controls.
• Partner with FP&A and cross-functional teams to align actuals with budget.

Skills

US GAAP experience

Month-end close

Intercompany accounting

NetSuite

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA license preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Ramp

Job description

Company Overview

Thayer Infrastructure Services is a private equity–backed, high-growth provider of power, fiber, wireless, and engineering infrastructure services. As we continue to scale — organically and through acquisition — we are building out a best‑in‑class finance and accounting function to support the business. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team and play a critical role in the company's financial infrastructure during a period of significant transformation.

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager will be a key member of the accounting team, reporting directly to the Group Controller. This role owns the monthly close process, general ledger integrity, and technical accounting areas including fixed assets, leases, and intercompany/consolidations, while also playing a lead role in the year‑end audit and partnering closely with tax, FP&A, and the broader accounting organization (AP, Billing/AR). This is a hands‑on role well suited for a controllership‑minded professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, PE‑backed environment with evolving processes and high expectations for accuracy and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Close & General Ledger

• Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process in NetSuite, ensuring accurate and timely close in accordance with a defined close calendar
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, including chart of accounts governance
• Identify and drive process improvements and close‑cycle efficiencies as the company scales

Consolidations & Intercompany

• Manage the consolidation process across multiple entities/subsidiaries within NetSuite
• Oversee intercompany transactions, eliminations, and reconciliations
• Support integration of newly acquired entities into the accounting close and reporting process, including chart of accounts mapping and NetSuite onboarding

Technical Accounting

• Manage fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals — relevant given the capital‑intensive nature of infrastructure project work
• Oversee lease accounting under ASC 842, including lease schedules and related disclosures
• Research and document technical accounting positions on non‑routine or complex transactions, including project‑based revenue recognition considerations common in infrastructure/construction‑services businesses
• Prepare and analyze monthly P&L and Balance Sheet fluctuations; provide variance commentary to management
• Partner with FP&A to ensure alignment between actuals, budget, and forecast
• Support preparation of internal management reporting packages and board/investor reporting materials

Audit & Compliance

• Serve as a key point of contact for the year‑end financial statement audit, including preparation of audit schedules (PBC list) and liaising with external auditors
• Partner with tax advisors/tax team on income tax provision, compliance filings, and related deliverables
• Support the design, documentation, and monitoring of internal controls (SOX readiness a plus, depending on PE sponsor requirements)

Cross‑Functional Partnership

• Collaborate closely with AP and Billing/AR teams to ensure clean hand‑offs into the GL and accurate cutoffs at close
• Partner with the procurement/card program team on Ramp reconciliation, coding, and month‑end tie‑out of corporate card and procurement activity
• Act as a liaison between the accounting team and FP&A to ensure consistent, reliable financial data
• Support ad hoc projects, including system implementations, process re‑design, and M&A integration

Team & Process Leadership

• Potential to mentor/manage junior accounting staff as the team grows
• Contribute to building scalable processes, controls, and documentation appropriate for a growing PE‑backed platform
• Support NetSuite and Ramp optimization, automation, and reporting initiatives

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA strongly preferred (active license or CPA‑eligible)
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/controllership experience; prior public accounting (audit) experience a strong plus
• Deep working knowledge of US GAAP, including consolidations, intercompany accounting, fixed assets, and lease accounting (ASC 842)
• Proven experience managing or heavily contributing to the month‑end close process
• Experience preparing for and managing external financial statement audits
• Hands‑on experience with NetSuite required; experience with Ramp or similar spend management platforms strongly preferred

Strongly Preferred

• Prior experience in a private equity–backed company or portfolio company environment
• Experience in infrastructure services, construction, engineering, telecom, or a similar project‑based industry
• Experience with multi‑entity consolidations and M&A/acquisition integration accounting
• Exposure to income tax compliance and coordination with external tax advisors
• Experience operating in a high‑growth or transformational environment (new systems, evolving processes, scaling controls)
• Familiarity with SOX / internal controls frameworks

Skills & Attributes

• Strong technical accounting acumen paired with a pragmatic, hands‑on approach
• Excellent communication skills; able to explain accounting concepts to non‑accounting stakeholders
• High attention to detail balanced with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Comfortable operating with limited process documentation and building structure from the ground up
• Collaborative, team‑oriented mindset with the ability to work cross‑functionally across AP, Billing/AR, and FP&A
• Self‑starter who takes ownership and drives issues to resolution

What We Offer

• 401(k) with company match
• High-visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership and PE sponsor
• Significant opportunity for growth as the company scales

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, TPC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.