Senior Accounting Manager — High-Volume Auctions

Purple Wave Auction; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Monthly performance bonus

Phone stipend

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life Insurance

Short-term disability

PTO 3 weeks

ESPP eligibility

Job summary

Purple Wave Auction is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead a 4-person team in a fast-paced, high-volume transaction environment. Reporting directly to the Controller, this hands‑on leadership role combines team management with direct involvement in accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting while supporting our auction‑specific business model.

This role works closely with the Controller and partners across Sales, Customer Service, Product, and Technology, so

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated expertise in month-end/quarter-end close processes and financial statement preparation.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and financial modeling.
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based accounting software (Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of revenue recognition principles (ASC 606) and general ledger management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present financial information to leadership.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively across functions.
• Spanish speaking bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates may be requested to complete position specific skills assessments.
• Applicants must be either a U.S. Citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.
• Requires the ability to satisfactorily complete a background check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily transaction processing for high‑volume auction activities.
• Directly supervise accounts payable and receivable activities, including procurement, seller settlements, and buyer collection reconciliations.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of revenue, fees, and related transactions.
• Support current and future treasury relationships.
• Facilitate the preparation of operational reporting to various stakeholders.
• Evaluate general ledger feature updates and releases.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year‑end closing processes to meet deadlines.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

GAAP reporting

Cross-functional communication

Vendor/treasury coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Job description

Purple Wave Auction is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead a 4-person team in a fast-paced, high-volume transaction environment. Reporting directly to the Controller, this hands‑on leadership role combines team management with direct involvement in accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting while supporting our auction‑specific business model.

This role works closely with the Controller and partners across Sales, Customer Service, Product, and Technology, so