Finance and Accounting Manager

PASONA NA, INC; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Pasona Inc. in New York, NY seeks a Finance & Accounting Manager to lead month-end close, financial reporting, internal controls, and treasury activities while guiding a professional accounting team.

The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and a proven track record of process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

Formación

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least 5 years of accounting or related professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial accounting principles.
• Experience managing or supervising accounting professionals.
• Demonstrated experience leading month-end close and financial reporting activities.
• Experience improving accounting operations, implementing new systems, or standardizing accounting procedures.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience with accounting or ERP systems such as QuickBooks, Xero, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, SAP, or Oracle is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the month-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and account analysis.
• Review and approve journal entries prepared by team members and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports and statements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and standard operating procedures.
• Support compliance with internal control requirements, including J-SOX.
• Coordinate transfer pricing documentation, global tax matters, and other tax-related requirements.
• Manage external tax service providers responsible for sales and use tax, New York City Commercial Rent Tax, and other applicable filings.
• Oversee treasury and cash management activities, including cash flow monitoring, banking administration, and vendor payments.
• Prepare and manage audit schedules and support the annual external audit process.
• Coordinate work performed by external accounting and outsourcing partners.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems, workflows, and procedures.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement and optimize business processes.
• Assign projects, review team output, and supervise accounting staff.
• Support ongoing business projects and other finance initiatives as needed.

Conocimientos

Strong analytical ability

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team supervision

Independent work demeanor

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Herramientas

QuickBooks

Xero

Microsoft Dynamics NAV

SAP

Oracle

Descripción del empleo

Finance & Accounting Manager

Location: New York, NY

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Industry: Consumer Products / Retail

Position Summary：

Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Finance & Accounting Manager will oversee core accounting operations, including month-end close, financial reporting, internal controls, tax coordination, treasury activities, audits, and team management.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, advanced Excel capabilities, and demonstrated experience improving accounting processes and systems.

This position is well suited for a hands‑on manager who can balance day‑to‑day accounting responsibilities with process improvement and cross‑functional initiatives.

Key Responsibilities：

• Lead the month‑end close process, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and account analysis.


• Review and approve journal entries prepared by team members and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.


• Prepare and analyze financial reports and statements.


• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and standard operating procedures.


• Support compliance with internal control requirements, including J‑SOX.


• Coordinate transfer pricing documentation, global tax matters, and other tax‑related requirements.


• Manage external tax service providers responsible for sales and use tax, New York City Commercial Rent Tax, and other applicable filings.


• Oversee treasury and cash management activities, including cash flow monitoring, banking administration, and vendor payments.


• Prepare and manage audit schedules and support the annual external audit process.


• Coordinate work performed by external accounting and outsourcing partners.


• Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems, workflows, and procedures.


• Partner with cross‑functional teams to implement and optimize business processes.


• Assign projects, review team output, and supervise accounting staff.


• Support ongoing business projects and other finance initiatives as needed.

Qualifications：

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• At least 5 years of accounting or related professional experience.


• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial accounting principles.


• Previous experience managing or supervising accounting professionals.


• Demonstrated experience leading month‑end close and financial reporting activities.


• Experience improving accounting operations, implementing new systems, or standardizing accounting procedures.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.


• Experience with accounting or ERP systems such as QuickBooks, Xero, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, SAP, or Oracle is preferred.


• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.


• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.


• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and consistently meet deadlines.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced and collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications：

• Japanese language skills or familiarity with Japanese business culture are preferred.