Senior Segment Accounting Manager — Lead Close & Controls

LHH; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Senior Manager, Segment Accounting in Charlotte to lead accounting operations for a major business segment and partner with finance, operations, and executives to ensure accurate reporting.

The ideal candidate will drive close processes, strengthen internal controls, and develop a high-performing team while aligning with GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX standards. This is a high-visibility leadership role with meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in a public company.
• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.
• Experience leading teams through transformation and change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process for a large operating segment.
• Ensure accurate, GAAP-compliant financial results and reporting.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Drive remediation efforts for internal control and process improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Internal Audit, SOX, Corporate Accounting, FP&A, and external auditors.
• Support SEC reporting requirements, including 10-Q and 10-K deliverables.
• Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, and reporting enhancements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting managers and senior accountants.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Team development

SOX compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle ERP

FCCS

ARCS

Job description

LHH is seeking a Senior Manager, Segment Accounting in Charlotte to lead accounting operations for a major business segment and partner with finance, operations, and executives to ensure accurate reporting.

The ideal candidate will drive close processes, strengthen internal controls, and develop a high-performing team while aligning with GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX standards. This is a high-visibility leadership role with meaningful impact.