Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting

Jobs Finder; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobs Finder is seeking a Senior Manager for corporate accounting to partner with senior leadership and oversee daily accounting operations. The role covers financial reporting, technical accounting, and internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory compliance.

The candidate will supervise payroll, liaise with external auditors, and assist with budgeting and forecasting, staying current on accounting standards and industry trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field is required.
• CPA certification is strongly preferred.
• Experience leading accounting teams and interfacing with senior management is expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow).
• Lead opening balance sheets and purchase price allocations for business combinations.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closings and journal entries.
• Develop accounting policies, internal controls, and risk management processes.
• Coordinate with external auditors during audits and regulatory exams.
• Support budgeting/forecasting with FP&A and department heads.

Skills

Leadership

Accounting

GAAP

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA certification

Job description

Our client is a well established PE-backed industrial services company with an expansive footprint that’s experienced strong growth and is poised to continue in that fashion over the next two-three years and beyond. They are very well capitalized with an exceptional track record, have ample access to capital, and boast a best-in-class operating staff, with a particular impetus on innovation and providing the highest level of quality service and customer experience in the industry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a key member of the corporate accounting team, the Senior Manager will act as a trusted partner to senior management and be responsible for the accurate management and execution of day-to-day accounting operations. This position encompasses overseeing core accounting tasks, contributing to financial reporting, technical accounting / purchase accounting, performing reconciliations and analysis, ensuring compliance with regulations, and actively participating in the preparation of detailed financial statements to support informed decision-making.

Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Finance lead for business combinations, integrations – prepare/finalize opening balance sheet positions and purchase price adjustments.
• Lead for technical accounting matters.
• Manage earnout schedules for business acquisition-related payouts.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliation of accounts and preparation of adjusting journal entries.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee/Manage payroll and benefits accounting and reconciliations.
• Coordinate and liaise with external auditors during annual audits and regulatory examinations.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with Corporate FP&A teams and working with corporate department heads to monitor performance against targets.
• Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards, regulations, and industry trends, ensuring timely implementation and compliance across accounting functions.
• Analyze financial data and trends to identify variances, opportunities, and risks, providing insights to senior management to support decision-making.
• Manage indirect tax and treasury matters in conjunction with the Company's outsourced service provider.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualified candidates should have a solid understanding of business operations as well as demonstrated strength in leadership, communications, and accounting acumen and judgement to complement proven technical skills. While no specific industry experience is required, commercial or industrial services experience would be valuable. Previous experience within a $1B+ revenue, dynamic and growing company preferred.

Additionally:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Proven experience in accounting or finance roles, with at least 10 years of progressive experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certification is strongly preferred.
• Experience with union environments would be nice to have.
• Experience with progressive revenue recognition is required.
• Organized, proactive, structured, and detail oriented.
• Collaborative and team oriented; possesses an inclusive and hands-on leadership style.