Hybrid Accounting Manager – Close, ERP & Leadership

Vale Group; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness program

401k

Job summary

Vale Group is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the accounting close process and manage a small team. The role collaborates closely with the Controller and finance staff to ensure accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.

The position requires strong technical accounting knowledge and exceptional interpersonal skills, with access to confidential information and cross-functional exposure. The role emphasizes process improvement, policy development, and ERP-related readiness,

Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent certification required.
• Working knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced experience with MS Office and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles with high accuracy and efficiency.
• Analyze and document complex accounting transactions and prepare related journal entries.
• Review staff workpapers, journal entries and reconciliations for accuracy.
• Collaborate with IT to maintain accounting systems and ensure proper controls.
• Lead intercompany accounting and consolidation processes for a multi-entity environment.
• Prepare complex tax schedules and assist in tax return preparation.

Skills

Financial systems

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree + CPA/CMA or Master’s

Tools

PeopleSoft

Sage Intacct

Adaptive

Job description

Vale Group is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the accounting close process and manage a small team. The role collaborates closely with the Controller and finance staff to ensure accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.

The position requires strong technical accounting knowledge and exceptional interpersonal skills, with access to confidential information and cross-functional exposure. The role emphasizes process improvement, policy development, and ERP-related readiness,