Accounting Manager - Close, Controls & Team Growth

Katzman; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Katzman is seeking a senior accounting professional to own the monthly close for multiple entities, preparing GAAP financial statements and schedules while maintaining balance sheet integrity.

You will lead audits, oversee AP/AR, drive process improvements, and mentor a small team including offshore resources in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid work available; competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience (public + industry a plus).
• Strong financial statement preparation and close management experience.
• Experience working with or leading external audits.
• Track record of improving accounting processes and controls.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the monthly close for multiple companies (journal entries, reconciliations, flux analysis).
• Prepare accurate, timely GAAP financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Maintain balance sheet integrity with roll forwards and schedules.
• Serve as primary contact for external auditors and support audit readiness.
• Oversee AP and AR to ensure accurate cut-off, coding, and cash application.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and controls.
• Investigate variances, resolve discrepancies, and drive root-cause fixes.
• Support banking, covenant reporting, and ad hoc initiatives.
• Review bank reconciliations prepared by staff.
• Build and mentor a small team, including offshore resources.

Skills

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Communication

Education

5–8 years accounting experience

Tools

GAAP knowledge

Audit coordination

Job description

Katzman is seeking a senior accounting professional to own the monthly close for multiple entities, preparing GAAP financial statements and schedules while maintaining balance sheet integrity.

You will lead audits, oversee AP/AR, drive process improvements, and mentor a small team including offshore resources in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid work available; competitive compensation.