Manager, Accounting & Controllership

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a skilled accounting leader to own the monthly close with a focus on freight, managing end-to-end freight accounting across North American facilities.

You will supervise 2 direct reports, optimize processes, drive automation with Excel and SAP BI/Analysis for Office, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce, economics, or data analytics.
• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• 5+ years of advanced Excel proficiency.
• 2+ years of team management.
• Authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.
• Experience with SAP and HFM preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close with a focus on freight, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Own end-to-end freight accounting, including reserves, across NA factories and distribution centers.
• Oversee freight processes and related accounting transformation initiatives.
• Manage third-party provider relationships.
• Supervise and develop a small team; provide mentorship across departments.
• Review journal entries and month-end reconciliations.
• Drive automation through Excel, SAP BI/Analysis for Office, and data extraction tools.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions.
• Support SOX initiatives and coordinate with auditors.
• Participate in cross-functional special projects and foster accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Freight accounting

Financial reporting

Team management

Data analytics

SOX compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce, economics, or data analytics

Tools

SAP

HFM

Excel

SAP BI/Analysis for Office

Data extraction tools

Job description

• Lead the monthly financial close, with particular focus on freight, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
• Own end-to-end freight accounting, including reserves, across North American factories and distribution centers
• Lead freight process and accounting oversight and other transformational activities
• Manage third-party provider relationships
• Supervise and develop direct reports and provide mentorship across departments; initial team of 2 direct reports
• Perform and control the month-end financial statement closing process
• Support team members and review journal entries
• Review month-end account reconciliations prepared by team members
• Drive automation initiatives using Excel, SAP BI/Analysis for Office, and data extraction tools
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective solutions
• Support annual SOX initiatives and work with external and internal auditors
• Participate in cross-functional special projects
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce, economics, or data analytics
• 5+ years of experience in accounting
• 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Office applications at a proficient level
• 2+ years of experience in team management
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without restriction
• Visa sponsorship is not available
• Experience with SAP and HFM preferred
• Prior supervisory experience preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated success communicating with senior leaders, collaborating across functions, and presenting financial information clearly
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy within a diverse organization

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in freight accounting and financial reporting, with a strong focus on process improvement and team leadership. Proficient in utilizing SAP, Excel, and data extraction tools to drive automation and enhance operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Freight Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Team Management
• SAP
• Analytical Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• Month-End Closing
• Journal Entry Review
• Account Reconciliation
• Data Analytics
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Process Improvement
• Automation Initiatives
• SOX Compliance

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Adaptability

Industry Keywords

• Financial Close
• Freight Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Operational Excellence
• Continuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• SAP BI/Analysis for Office
• Data Extraction Tools