Accounting Manager

Atlantic Group; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

Atlantic Group in Stamford, CT is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations and financial reporting within a growing organization. You will oversee general ledger activities, month-end close, internal controls, and process improvement, partnering with leadership on reporting and operational initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a CPA (preferred), 6+ years of progressive accounting experience including leadership, strong GAAP knowledge, and hands-on systems expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or team management.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, GL, close processes, internal controls, and technical accounting.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems; automation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, oversee general ledger activity, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Oversee financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP; provide financial analysis to management.
• Maintain accounting controls, policies, procedures, and audit support for accurate reporting.
• Improve accounting systems, workflows, and processes; drive automation and efficiency.
• Manage and develop accounting staff; provide technical guidance on activities.
• Partner with finance and business teams on accounting, reporting, systems, and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Change management

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Job Overview – Accounting Manager

Compensation: $140,000 – $180,000/year + bonus

Location: Stamford, CT

Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)

Atlantic Group is hiring an Accounting Manager in Stamford, CT for our client, leading accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, and process improvement within a growing organization. The Accounting Manager will oversee general ledger activities, manage and develop accounting staff, strengthen financial processes, and partner with leadership on reporting and operational initiatives. This role is ideal for a hands‑on accounting leader with strong technical accounting, systems, and change‑management experience.

Responsibilities as the Accounting Manager:

• Accounting Operations: Lead month-end and year-end close processes while overseeing general ledger activity, journal entries, reconciliations, and related accounting functions.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and provide financial analysis to management.
• Internal Controls: Maintain accounting controls, policies, procedures, and audit support to promote accurate and compliant financial reporting.
• Systems & Process Improvement: Improve accounting systems, workflows, and processes while identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and automation.
• Team Leadership: Manage and develop accounting professionals while providing technical guidance and reviewing accounting activities.
• Business Partnership: Collaborate with finance and business teams on accounting, reporting, systems, and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications for the Accounting Manager:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Certification: CPA certification is preferred.
• Experience: 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including accounting leadership or team management experience, is required, with public accounting experience preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, and technical accounting is required.
• Technical Skills: Strong Microsoft Excel and ERP system experience is required, with accounting automation and financial systems experience preferred.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong leadership, analytical, communication, organization, problem-solving, change management, and process improvement skills are required.