Senior Accounting Leader - Close, Controls & Talent Growth

TD Williamson; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TDW is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager in Salt Lake City with 12–15 years in accounting, including 7+ years in leadership. The role focuses on leading close processes, mentoring teams, and partnering with business leaders to provide insightful financial guidance.

The ideal candidate will drive accounting excellence, strengthen controls, and support audits while delivering high-quality, timely financial reporting and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA designation preferred.
• 12–15 years of progressive accounting experience, with 7+ years in leadership.
• Proven ability to build strong partnerships with business leaders while providing accounting guidance.
• Experience managing month-end close and general ledger accounting.
• Demonstrated success developing, mentoring, and leading accounting professionals.
• Experience supporting external audits and working with independent auditors.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for timely, accurate reporting.
• Mentor and coach accounting team members; foster technical expertise and improvement.
• Review complex transactions for compliance with policies and procedures.
• Partner with cross-functional departments to resolve accounting matters.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Assist with external audits by providing requested documentation.
• Analyze variances and provide insights to management.
• Improve accounting processes to boost efficiency while maintaining controls.
• Participate in system implementations, acquisitions, and process improvements.
• Serve as a trusted technical accounting resource across the organization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Accounting guidance

Excel advanced

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

TDW is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager in Salt Lake City with 12–15 years in accounting, including 7+ years in leadership. The role focuses on leading close processes, mentoring teams, and partnering with business leaders to provide insightful financial guidance.

The ideal candidate will drive accounting excellence, strengthen controls, and support audits while delivering high-quality, timely financial reporting and process improvements.