Accounting Manager: Close, Controls & Team Leader

Phoenix Tailings, Inc.; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Stock options

Unlimited PTO

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Phoenix Tailings, Inc. in Massachusetts is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the monthly close and day-to-day accounting operations for a fast-growing manufacturing company. You will own the close calendar, supervise staff, and improve procedures while ensuring accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of accounting experience, solid GAAP knowledge, and is comfortable leading a team. Competitive salary with equity options and generous benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including monthly close.
• 2+ years managing accounting staff.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and month-end close best practices.
• Proficiency with NetSuite ERP or a comparable system.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or high-growth environments.
• Demonstrated ability to document and improve accounting processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close; set the calendar, assign ownership, and deliver on schedule.
• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and expense processing.
• Own the balance sheet reconciliation process; review reconciliations and resolve exceptions.
• Review journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Document and continuously improve accounting procedures, checklists, and controls.
• Manage, coach, and develop staff and senior accountants; set priorities and balance workload.
• Prepare audit schedules and support the annual audit and tax filings.
• Partner with operations and procurement to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and on time.
• Support ERP and accounting systems improvements, including automation of manual processes.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Staff supervision

NetSuite

Manufacturing experience

Process documentation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

Phoenix Tailings, Inc. in Massachusetts is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the monthly close and day-to-day accounting operations for a fast-growing manufacturing company. You will own the close calendar, supervise staff, and improve procedures while ensuring accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of accounting experience, solid GAAP knowledge, and is comfortable leading a team. Competitive salary with equity options and generous benefits offered.