Accounting Manager

LHH; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Clear advancement path

Competitive compensation

Job summary

LHH is partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed company to build and scale its accounting operations. This high-impact role leads a small team while owning the accounting for one business unit—ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves in a growth-stage company.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, 8+ years of accounting experience, and 2+ years of management experience with a proven ability to partner with operations and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 8+ years of accounting experience.
• 2+ years of management experience.
• Experience partnering with operations/non-accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of ~4 senior accountants.
• Oversee accounting across multiple operating units.
• Own full-cycle accounting for one business unit.
• Partner closely with leadership and operational teams.
• Support process improvements and system enhancements.

Skills

Accounting experience

People management

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

I am hiring for my client, a fast-growing, private equity–backed company scaling quickly through acquisitions.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role where you’ll help build and scale accounting operations in a fast-paced environment. You’ll lead a small team while also owning the accounting for one business unit—ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves in a growth-stage company.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and mentor a team of ~4 senior accountants
• Oversee accounting across multiple operating units
• Own full-cycle accounting for one business unit
• Partner closely with leadership and operational teams
• Support process improvements and system enhancements
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 8+ years of accounting experience
• 2+ years of management experience
• Experience partnering with operations/non-accounting teams
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Nice-to-Have

• Multi-entity or multi-site experience
• Background in a smaller, hands-on environment
• Experience in retail, inventory, or operationally focused industries

Why This Role

• Rapidly growing company with strong backing
• Clear path for advancement as the business scales
• Competitive compensation
• Hybrid flexibility with strong leadership exposure