CPA Accounting Manager | Close, GAAP, Audit Leader

Wilder Systems Robots; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan with matching

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

STD, LTD, Life Insurance – Company

Holiday/PTO

Job summary

Wilder Systems is seeking an Accounting Manager to own day-to-day accounting operations and the monthly close in Austin. This hands-on leadership role will manage the general ledger, produce timely financial statements, and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.

The ideal candidate has public accounting audit experience, a CPA, and a solid understanding of U.S. GAAP. You will implement internal controls and partner with FP&A for variance analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience.
• Audit experience in public accounting is required.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Demonstrated experience owning or leading a full month-end close.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with an ERP system.
• Ability to meet deadlines and communicate clearly with finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, including close calendar, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts with timely transactions.
• Serve as primary liaison for the annual external audit and respond to auditor requests.
• Design, document, and enforce internal controls over financial reporting.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accounting.
• Manage sales and use tax and support income tax filings.
• Partner with FP&A and department leaders on budget-versus-actual reporting and variances.
• Drive process and system improvements to shorten the close and improve reporting.

Skills

Audit experience

Month-end close

Advanced Excel

ERP system

Stakeholder communication

Professional skepticism

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

Excel

Mid-market ERP system

Job description

Wilder Systems is seeking an Accounting Manager to own day-to-day accounting operations and the monthly close in Austin. This hands-on leadership role will manage the general ledger, produce timely financial statements, and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.

The ideal candidate has public accounting audit experience, a CPA, and a solid understanding of U.S. GAAP. You will implement internal controls and partner with FP&A for variance analysis.