Senior GL & Close Leader — Controls & Compliance

Woolpert; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freedom to Work

Principal program

Flexible paid time off

Career development

Health, vision, dental

Paid sick time

Retirement plan

Job summary

Woolpert is seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting to lead our General Ledger team and oversee month-end close and related functions. This role reports to the Regional Controller in the US and drives financial close, control environments, and compliance with US GAAP.

The ideal candidate brings deep GL expertise, strong communication, and a track record of process improvements. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must have work authorization in the United States.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of general ledger processes and period close.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities with close attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to translate complex regulations into practical guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
• Collaborative and proactive working style with strong business acumen.
• High integrity, ethical judgment, and commitment to maintaining compliance excellence.
• Technical understanding of federal contract accounting and compliance frameworks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the general ledger accounting team.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Support financial statement audits and statutory reporting requirements.
• Drive standardization and process improvements across accounting operations.
• Establish strong internal control practices and promote a controls-oriented culture.
• Support DCAA, DCMA, and other external audits.
• Perform compliance assessments and identify opportunities to strengthen policies, controls, and documentation.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures supporting accounting system adequacy requirements.

Skills

General ledger

Month-end close

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Internal controls

Policy interpretation

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

Woolpert is seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting to lead our General Ledger team and oversee month-end close and related functions. This role reports to the Regional Controller in the US and drives financial close, control environments, and compliance with US GAAP.

The ideal candidate brings deep GL expertise, strong communication, and a track record of process improvements. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must have work authorization in the United States.