Accounting Manager

Jobtailor; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an accomplished accounting leader to drive the month-end close, consolidation, audit readiness, and internal control framework in a fast-growing environment. You will mentor a team, partner with Sales, HR, and Operations, and ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance across the organization.

The role emphasizes process automation, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic input on budgeting and forecasting in partnership with Finance leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six (6) or more years of progressive experience in financial management/reporting, including knowledge of all aspects of financial statements.
• In-depth knowledge of dual-entry accounting, general ledger maintenance, and GAAP.
• Knowledge of tax accounting on a current and deferred basis.
• Demonstrated experience managing accounting teams and leading close processes.
• Experience with acquisition accounting and integration.
• CPA, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads key accounting functions for the organization, including month-end close, acquisition integration, process improvement initiatives, and internal controls.
• Oversees a team of accounting professionals and works cross-functionally with operational departments to ensure financial alignment with business activities.
• Manages and executes the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Reviews and approves journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.
• Supports acquisition-related activities including financial due diligence, onboarding, and integration of acquired entities.
• Drives process improvements across accounting workflows, with a focus on automation and scalability.
• Maintains and enhances internal control frameworks to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Supervises and develops accounting staff, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support.
• Collaborates with operational teams (e.g., Sales, Client Services, HR) to align financial processes with business operations and strategic goals.
• Assists in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in partnership with Finance leadership.
• Coordinates with external auditors and supports audit preparation and execution.
• Performs all duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and all federal, state, and local laws, wherein the Company operates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Collaboration

Financial Reporting

GAAP Knowledge

Month-End Close

Acquisition Accounting

Audit Preparation

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

CPA

Job description

• Leads key accounting functions for the organization, including month-end close, acquisition integration, process improvement initiatives, and internal controls.
• Oversees a team of accounting professionals and works cross-functionally with operational departments to ensure financial alignment with business activities.
• Manages and executes the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Reviews and approves journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.
• Supports acquisition-related activities including financial due diligence, onboarding, and integration of acquired entities.
• Drives process improvements across accounting workflows, with a focus on automation and scalability.
• Maintains and enhances internal control frameworks to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Supervises and develops accounting staff, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support.
• Collaborates with operational teams (e.g., Sales, Client Services, HR) to align financial processes with business operations and strategic goals.
• Assists in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in partnership with Finance leadership.
• Coordinates with external auditors and supports audit preparation and execution.
• Performs all duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and all federal, state, and local laws, wherein the Company operates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Six (6) or more years of progressive experience in financial management/reporting, including knowledge of all aspects of financial statements
• In-depth knowledge of dual-entry accounting, general ledger maintenance, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of tax accounting on a current and deferred basis
• Demonstrated experience managing accounting teams and leading close processes
• Experience with acquisition accounting and integration
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in financial management, including month-end close processes, acquisition accounting, and internal controls. Proven ability to lead and develop accounting teams while ensuring compliance with GAAP and enhancing financial reporting accuracy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Financial Management
• Month-End Close Processes
• Acquisition Accounting
• Internal Controls
• Team Leadership

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Dual-Entry Accounting
• General Ledger Maintenance
• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Variance Analysis
• Journal Entries
• Account Reconciliations
• Financial Analysis
• Process Improvement

Soft Skills

• Coaching
• Performance Feedback
• Collaboration
• Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Industry Keywords

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Financial Due Diligence
• Audit Preparation
• Compliance
• Regulatory Standards