Senior Accounting Manager: Lead Close & Controls

Athena; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Athena is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day finance operations—journal entries, AR/AP, system use, and financial reporting to leadership. You will drive the monthly close and ensure accuracy and timeliness.

You will lead accounting staff, strengthen internal controls, support audits and tax, and pursue process improvements across intercompany and multi-entity work. A Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and 10+ years of experience are required; CPA preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• CPA certification is strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience including GL, financial reporting, and month-end close.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly and annual close processes with accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee day-to-day general ledger activities including reconciliations and balance sheet review.
• Provide leadership and development for accounting staff and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Coordinate audits and tax compliance activities with external auditors and advisors.
• Oversee intercompany accounting and multi-entity transactions and eliminations.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate accounting processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Integrity & confidentiality

Time management

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Tipalti

Procurify

Job description

Athena is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day finance operations—journal entries, AR/AP, system use, and financial reporting to leadership. You will drive the monthly close and ensure accuracy and timeliness.

You will lead accounting staff, strengthen internal controls, support audits and tax, and pursue process improvements across intercompany and multi-entity work. A Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and 10+ years of experience are required; CPA preferred.