Senior Manager, Accounting

TDW; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TDW in Salt Lake City seeks a Senior Accounting Manager to lead the accounting team, oversee close processes, and partner with business leaders. You will drive technical accounting guidance and strengthen internal controls while delivering timely, accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has 12–15 years of progressive accounting experience, with 7+ years in leadership, and a CPA designation is preferred. You will coach staff and contribute to system improvements and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 12–15 years progressive accounting experience with 7+ years in leadership.
• CPA designation preferred with proven partnerships to guide business decisions.
• Experience closing monthly/quarterly/annual books and managing GL.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Mentor and coach accounting team; drive technical accounting proficiency.
• Review complex transactions for policy compliance and accuracy.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve processes and controls.
• Support external audits with timely documentation and responses.
• Analyze results, investigate variances, and provide management insights.
• Develop processes to improve efficiency while preserving strong controls.
• Lead special projects, system implementations, and acquisitions.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/related field

CPA designation preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At TDW we put people first - that means working everyday to ensure the pipelines that run through our communities are operating safely and reliably. What sets us apart is our expertise, experience and commitment.

Each day we dedicate ourselves to treating each other, our customers and our community with care and respect.

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Manager with 12-15 years of progressive accounting experience, including 7+ years in a leadership role, to join our Salt Lake City accounting team. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional who is passionate about accounting, enjoys solving complex technical issues, and takes pride in developing high-performing teams. The ideal candidate is an engaged leader who thrives in the details, drives accounting excellence, and serves as a trusted partner to business leaders by providing accounting expertise, insights, and guidance that supports sound business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Develop, mentor, and coach members of the accounting team, fostering technical expertise and continuous improvement.
• Review complex accounting transactions and ensure compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.
• Partner with cross-functional departments to resolve accounting matters and improve business processes.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Assist with external audits by responding to auditor inquiries and supporting documentation requests.
• Analyze financial results, investigate unusual variances, and provide meaningful insights to management.
• Develop and improve accounting processes to increase efficiency while maintaining strong controls.
• Participate in special projects, system implementations, acquisitions, and process improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted technical accounting resource across the organization.

Technical Skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of financial statement relationships and account reconciliations.
• Experience researching and applying accounting guidance.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

Leadership Style

• Passionate about accounting and enjoys technical accounting challenges.
• A hands-on leader who willingly dives into the details when needed.
• Comfortable balancing strategic oversight with day-to-day execution.
• A coach who enjoys developing people and strengthening accounting capabilities.
• Organized, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Someone who finds long-term fulfillment in being an exceptional accounting leader who is motivated by the work itself and enjoys being a subject matter expert.

Qualifications and Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation preferred.
• 12 -15 years of progressive accounting experience, with 7+ years of leadership experience
• Proven ability to build strong partnerships with business leaders while providing accounting guidance.
• Experience managing month-end close and general ledger accounting.
• Demonstrated success developing, mentoring, and leading accounting professionals.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, foster accountability, and support employee growth.
• Experience supporting external audits and working with independent auditors.

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