Senior Accounting Manager

Confidential Posting; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to oversee accounting operations and ensure financial integrity. The ideal candidate will manage budgeting, compliance, and internal controls, and play a key role in shaping financial strategy. This position offers a pathway to a Controller role, emphasizing leadership and strategic financial management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes and prepare accurate financial statements in compliance with GAAP or IFRS.
• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Leadership abilities

Interpersonal communication

Education

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

Master’s or CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

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We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accounting Manager to lead our accounting operations and ensure the integrity of financial reporting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting activities, including budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and internal controls. This position plays a key role in shaping financial strategy and supporting organizational growth through sound fiscal management. This position can lead to a fast-track Controller position within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes and prepare accurate financial statements in compliance with GAAP or IFRS.
• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial records.
• Coordinate and prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for executive leadership and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Lead audits and coordinate with external auditors.
• Provide strategic recommendations based on financial analysis and projections.
• Support system implementations, upgrades, and improvements to enhance financial reporting and operational efficiency.
• Supervise and mentor accounting team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or CPA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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