Accounting Manager

About the role

Human Interest is seeking an energetic and hands-on Accounting Manager to join our accounting team. This role oversees several functions within the accounting department including month-end close activities. The role requires an individual with excellent business, communication, and analytical skills, enabling collaboration with various functions.

Responsibilities

• Own the accuracy and integrity of monthly/quarterly/annual financial accounting close
• Manage all key accounting functions including accrued expenses, internally-used software (ASC 350), sales commissions (ASC 340), etc., along with the periodic close process
• Develop new and enhance existing accounting policies & procedures, and internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) including drafting of desktop procedures for key areas
• Prepare, review and provide flux analysis and key metrics to the broader Finance team in a timely manner
• Work cross-functionally with FP&A, Technical Accounting, Procurement, and other cross-functional teams to successfully align on effective accounting operating standards and practices
• Work with the Technical Accounting team to develop and document process flows and procedures to implement new and/or relevant accounting standards
• Absorb interim and year-end audits, as well as tax requests; Supervise staff and provide development and coaching where appropriate
• Communicate clearly and follow-up timely to ensure consistent execution of key processes by all team members
• Participate in other assignments and ad hoc projects as required
• Lead AI automation projects to reduce manual efforts and accelerate the month-end close process

Requirements

• 5+ years of accounting experience in the SaaS/Tech industry
• 2+ years of people management experience
• 2+ years of experience in public accounting, Big 4 preferred
• CPA is preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with NetSuite is preferred
• Strong technical understanding of internally-used software (ASC 350), deferred commission (ASC 340) in SaaS companies
• Strong problem solving and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to set priorities, handle multiple tasks, and deliver results in a fast paced and dynamic environment with the desire for continuous improvement
• Must be able to work normal business hours in the PST time zone
• Prior experience identifying, evaluating, and implementing AI-driven accounting tools or automation to optimize accounting workflows

Qualifications

• Proven experience identifying, evaluating, and implementing AI-driven accounting tools or automation to optimize accounting workflows

Skills

• Strong technical understanding of internally-used software (ASC 350), deferred commission (ASC 340) in SaaS companies
• Strong problem solving and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to set priorities, handle multiple tasks, and deliver results in a fast paced and dynamic environment with the desire for continuous improvement

Benefits

• A great 401(k) plan: Our own!
• Top-of-the-line health plans, as well as dental and vision insurance
• Competitive time off and parental leave
• Addition Wealth: Unlimited access to digital tools, financial professionals, and a knowledge center to help you understand your equity and support your financial wellness
• Lyra: Enhanced Mental Health Support for Employees and dependents
• Carrot: Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits
• Candidly: Student loan resource to help you and your family plan, borrow, and repay student debt
• Monthly work-from-home stipend; quarterly lifestyle stipend
• Engaging team-building experiences, ranging from virtual social events to team offsites, promoting collaboration and camaraderie

Pay

The base salary for this position spans $130,000 - $155,000 annually and represents the minimum in our lowest geographic region to a maximum in our highest geographic region. The salary we offer to a new employee within this range is based on their location within the U.S., their relevant job-related skills, and experience.

Schedule

Normal business hours in the PST time zone