Accounting Manager - Global Accounting

Insight Technology; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility to work from another location for up to 30 consecutive days per year

Job summary

Insight Technology is looking for an Accounting Manager based in Chandler, AZ. This hybrid role involves leading the accounting function, ensuring accuracy in the General Ledger, and managing month-end and quarter-end close processes.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Accounting, CPA certification preferred, and at least 6 years of accounting experience, including management. Strong knowledge of US GAAP, analytical capabilities, and advanced MS Excel skills are essential.

Benefits include flexibility to work remotely for up to 30 consecutive days per year.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in accounting or finance function, with 2-4 years in a manager or supervisor role.
• Public accounting experience required (Big four preferred).
• Self-motivated with a desire to drive efficiencies through process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead Insight’s accounting function and related close process to ensure accuracy of the General Ledger.
• Oversee month and quarter-end close and consolidation processes.
• Implement and maintain Accounting Policies and Procedures to ensure US GAAP compliance.

Skills

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

US GAAP knowledge

MS Excel

SAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

CPA certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Requisition Number: 105512

Accounting Manager

Location: This is a hybrid work opportunity in our Chandler, AZ office

Position Overview

The Manager of Accounting, North America is primarily responsible for leading, developing, and executing Insight’s accounting function and the related close process to ensure accuracy of the General Ledger. The role also leads the general ledger accounting team, serves as an accounting liaison to Insight's operating departments, and collaborates cross‑functionally with finance teams including FP&A, product revenue, services and partner accounting, billing, AR, AP, and others.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the efficient preparation and documentation of profit & loss and balance sheet journal entries and reconciliations.
• Manage and drive month and quarter‑end close and consolidation processes through coordination with functional business department owners and accounting personnel.
• Apply and lead the application of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Review profit & loss and balance sheet fluctuations relating to distinct business functions.
• Act as the key interface with internal and external audit.
• Oversee and own key processes and related controls subject to SOX testing.
• Drive system implementations and acquisition integrations.
• Identify and drive continuous process improvement efforts.
• Develop and maintain Accounting Policies and Procedures to ensure US GAAP compliance.
• Identify improvements for the accounting close process and document solutions for improvements.
• Resolve business issues and risks related to current Accounting Policies and define new policies, workflows, and procedures as necessary.
• Perform other analysis and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field from a four‑year college or university.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Public accounting experience required (Big four preferred).
• 6 years+ of experience in accounting or finance function, with 2‑4 years in a manager or supervisor role.
• Self‑motivated, independent, and desire to drive efficiencies through process improvements.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Ability to think critically and understand the underlying purpose of a given journal entry, internal control, or process, including upstream and downstream impacts; set expectations and identify anomalies.
• Working knowledge of SAP a plus.
• Experience working for a large publicly held company a plus.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work in a deadline‑oriented environment.
• General knowledge of information technology (networks, operating systems, business applications, web technology, databases).

Benefits

• Freedom to work from another location—even an international destination—for up to 30 consecutive calendar days per year.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.