Senior Accounting Manager

Staff Financial Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) Match

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead their accounting operations. This pivotal role demands a detail-oriented leader with 5-10 years of experience in accounting and finance, a solid grasp of GAAP, and exceptional leadership skills. The successful candidate will manage daily accounting functions, oversee compliance and audits, and drive improvements in financial reporting processes. This remote/hybrid position offers flexibility in work arrangements, a collaborative office environment, and competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits. If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of accounting/finance experience with strong GAAP knowledge.
• Bachelor's degree required; CPA or CMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations and manage a team of accountants.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations.
• Drive improvements in financial systems and reporting processes.

Skills

GAAP

Financial Reporting

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or CMA

Tools

Accounting Systems

Excel

Job description

Senior Accounting Manager - Atlanta, GA

Who: A detail-oriented leader with 5–10 years of accounting/finance experience and a strong grasp of GAAP and financial reporting.
What: Oversee daily accounting operations, lead a team of accountants, manage financial reporting, compliance, and audits.
When: Immediate start preferred.
Where: Remote/hybrid role with flexible work arrangements.
Why: To ensure accurate and timely financial reporting while enhancing efficiency and internal controls.
Office Environment: Collaborative, flexible, and performance-driven, with strong cross-functional interaction.
Salary: Competitive with benefits including healthcare, 401(k) match, and more.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accounting Manager to lead all aspects of accounting operations. This role requires a deep understanding of financial management and accounting principles, strong leadership abilities, and the capacity to thrive under pressure in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily accounting functions including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and reconciliations.

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes with accuracy and timeliness.

• Supervise and develop a team of accountants, providing mentorship and performance feedback.

• Deliver detailed financial reports to leadership, ensuring GAAP compliance.

• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with relevant regulations.

• Coordinate external audits and respond to audit findings.

• Drive improvements in financial systems and reporting processes.

• Assist in budget creation and perform variance analysis.

• Partner with HR, IT, and operations to support strategic decisions.

• Oversee tax compliance across federal, state, and local levels.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

• CPA or CMA preferred.

• 5–10 years of relevant experience.

• Strong technical proficiency in accounting systems and Excel.

• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.