Accounting Manager

About The Role

The Accounting Manager owns the corporate accounting operations, financial close processes, and internal control frameworks. This role ensures high-integrity financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP, regulatory guidelines, and SEC standards. Operating within a fast-growing, technology-driven environment, the position drives the modernization of the monthly close cycle. The role collaborates across corporate finance, tax, and engineering teams to automate transactional workflows and establish robust SOX-compliant procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, ensuring accurate ledger maintenance and timely financial statement preparation
• Design, implement, and maintain internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) to ensure compliance with SOX frameworks
• Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate annual audits, quarterly reviews, and testing procedures
• Supervise day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and equity administration
• Develop and document accounting policies and technical memos regarding revenue recognition (ASC 606) and lease accounting (ASC 842)
• Collaborate with the corporate finance team to analyze budget-to-actual variances and provide insights on departmental spend
• Optimize ERP workflows and financial system integrations to streamline data pipelines and reduce close cycle times

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally combining Big 4 public accounting and corporate tech environments
• Active CPA license required, with a deep understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting standards
• Demonstrated hands-on experience designing and executing SOX compliance frameworks and internal controls
• Proficiency with modern ERP systems (such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or Workday) and financial close management software
• Strong analytical skills with advanced capabilities in Microsoft Excel and SQL/BI tools
• Bonus: Experience managing equity-based compensation accounting (ASC 718) or supporting ERP system migrations