Sr. Manager of Accounting

About the role

Ledgent Finance & Accounting's client is currently seeking a seasoned accounting professional to lead technical accounting, financial reporting, and compliance initiatives within a fast-paced, multi-location retail organization in Georgia. This role will serve as a key resource for complex accounting matters, including SEC reporting and SOX compliance, while also overseeing team performance and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in public company reporting, a deep understanding of internal controls, and the ability to operate as both a hands-on contributor and an effective people leader. This position will partner closely with accounting leadership and external advisors to ensure accurate reporting and a scalable, well-controlled accounting environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of external filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Proxy statements.
• Serve as the primary internal resource for technical accounting matters, providing guidance on U.S. GAAP and supporting the review of complex or non-routine transactions.
• Oversee and enhance the company's SOX compliance framework, including control execution, documentation, and risk assessment activities.
• Provide oversight and review of key areas within the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial results.
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of accounting professionals (team size may range from ~5 to 10+), establishing clear expectations and driving accountability.
• Lead interactions with external auditors and advisors, including coordination of audit requests and resolution of technical matters.
• Act as the primary liaison with the company's external tax firm, reviewing income tax provisions and filings and ensuring accurate financial statement impact.
• Maintain working knowledge of indirect tax requirements (sales/use, property tax, etc.) to support oversight and compliance.
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, HR, and Operations on accounting-related matters including equity, contracts, and insurance.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting workflows, with a focus on efficiency, scalability, and strengthening internal controls.
• Support a transition toward a more outcome-driven accounting function by improving processes and challenging existing approaches where needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA (active) required.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including prior leadership or management responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ownership of SEC reporting processes, including hands-on drafting and/or review of external filings.
• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance frameworks, including control design, execution, and risk assessment.
• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and ability to apply technical guidance to real-world business scenarios.
• Background in public accounting and/or publicly traded company environment strongly preferred.
• Experience within inventory-driven or multi-entity industries (retail, distribution, or manufacturing) required.