Senior Accounting Manager

About the role

The Senior Accounting Manager will play a pivotal role in the finance leadership team of a rapidly growing, private equity-backed manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of public accounting and private industry experience, with a focus on hands-on leadership, process improvement, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Oversee the preparation and review of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Manage financial reporting activities and support internal and external reporting requirements
• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure the integrity of financial data and reporting
• Aid in annual audit activities and coordinate with external auditors
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and support scalability
• Mentor and develop accounting staff while helping manage team priorities and workflow
• Participate in ad hoc projects and leadership initiatives as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA required
• Public accounting plus private industry experience required
• Progressive accounting leadership experience, preferably within manufacturing or a related environment
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close in a complex, fast-paced organization
• Experience working in a private equity-backed or high-growth environment is highly preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Skills

• Deep understanding of financial statement preparation and close processes
• Excellent knowledge of GAAP and technical accounting concepts
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong systems proficiency