Accounting Manager

HKA; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range $105,000-$120,000

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Training programs

Job summary

HKA in the United States is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the General Ledger, Payroll and Accounts Payable functions, leading 2 direct reports in a fast‑paced, multi‑state environment. You will drive GAAP/IFRS compliance, manage month‑end close, multi‑entity consolidations, audits, and process improvements while partnering with HR and leadership to ensure accurate financial data and controls.

Additionally, you will lead the implementation of Navan, an AI‑powered travel and expense

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience across GL, Payroll, and AP.
• Experience managing GL balances >$100M in a multi‑entity environment.
• Hands‑on multi‑state payroll for 300+ employees, including tax filings and compliance.
• Hands‑on AP with high‑volume processing, payments, and vendor management.
• Experience supporting audits, internal controls, and working paper prep.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes.
• Consolidate multi‑company P&Ls and ensure accurate journal entries.
• Manage payroll operations across multiple states and entities.
• Oversee accounts payable, vendor relations, and payment processing.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and drive process improvements.
• Lead implementation of Navan for travel & expense management.

Skills

General Ledger

Payroll management

AP management

Multi-state payroll

GAAP/IFRS

Audits

ERP systems

Vantagepoint

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Navan

Vantagepoint

Job description

HKA is a global leader in risk mitigation, dispute resolution, and expert witness services. We tackle complex challenges with our multi-disciplinary expertise. As trusted consultants and advisors, we deliver solutions in uncertain and disputed situations, ensuring the best outcomes for clients worldwide. Our experts have testified globally on major cases spanning a wide range of industries and sectors.

As Part Of The HKA Team You Can Expect

• A strong collaborative culture with a mutual pursuit of your success alongside the success of our teams.
• The opportunity to solve problems creatively, contribute to our innovative direction, and be valued as an individual.
• The ability to leverage HKA’s strong network and presence in various industries and reputation for exceptional expert witnesses to accelerate career development and connections.

The Opportunity

The Accounting Manager oversees the General Ledger, Payroll, and Accounts Payable functions while leading 2 direct reports. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment and has hands‑on experience managing multi‑state payroll, multi‑entity accounting operations, and month‑end close activities. The successful candidate will drive accuracy, compliance, process improvement, and team development across key accounting functions.

Responsibilities

General Ledger (GL)

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes.
• Consolidate multi‑company P&Ls.
• Ensure accurate journal entries and reconciliations.
• Maintain chart of accounts and multi‑company working papers.
• Analyze variances versus budget and forecast.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment in compliance with GAAP/IFRS.
• Quantify KPI and commission schedules.
• Support annual, FAR, and 401(k) audits.

Payroll Management

• Lead and oversee all payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
• Manage complex multi‑state payroll activities across multiple entities and employee populations.
• Coordinate with HR to ensure accurate employee, compensation, and benefits data.
• Oversee payroll tax filings, reporting requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Review and complete payroll reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Continuously evaluate and improve payroll processes, controls, and efficiency.

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Lead and develop the AP function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of a high volume of invoices and payments.
• Review and approve payment runs while maintaining strong internal controls.
• Monitor AP aging, cash flow impacts, and vendor payment performance.
• Maintain key vendor relationships and resolve escalated issues.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability.

Compliance and System Implementation

• Manage business licenses and state registrations.
• Lead implementation of Navan, an AI‑powered corporate travel and expense management platform.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to resolve issues.
• Implement process improvements and present reports to leadership.
• Foster accountability, continuous improvement, and strong team performance across accounting operations.

Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience across GL, Payroll, and AP.
• Experience managing General Ledger balances exceeding $100M in a multi‑entity environment.
• Hands‑on multi‑state payroll experience for 300+ employees, including processing, tax filings, and compliance.
• Hands‑on AP experience overseeing high‑volume invoice processing, payment runs, and vendor management.
• Experience with month‑end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and consolidations.
• Experience supporting audits, internal controls, and working paper preparation.
• 1+ years of professional services industry experience.
• 2+ years of people management experience with oversight of Payroll and AP functions.
• Proven success in fast‑paced, high‑volume environments.
• Proficiency with ERP and payroll systems; Vantagepoint preferred.

What We Offer

• Salary range of $105,000 - $120,000 depending upon qualifications, experience, and overall fit.
• Robust Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• 20 vacation days, 10 company holidays, and 7 wellness days.
• Training and development programs.
• Other benefits available.

Fairness And Equality At HKA: HKA works hard to provide a welcoming environment for all of our employees. We are committed as a business on the continued improvement of our fairness and equality strategy. All HKA employment decisions shall be made in accordance with controlling laws and based on merit.