Accounting Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Lead the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS.
• Closing Procedures: Manage the month-end and year-end close cycles, including the review of journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations (Bank, Intercompany, Fixed Assets).
• Audit & Compliance: Act as the primary liaison for external auditors. Ensure all documentation and work papers are audit-ready and manage the implementation of internal controls (SOX where applicable).
• Tax & Treasury: Oversee tax compliance filings (VAT/GST/Sales Tax) and manage cash flow forecasting and banking relationships.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement efficiencies in the accounting workflow, specifically focusing on ERP optimization and the automation of manual tasks.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor staff accountants and AP/AR clerks to ensure professional development and high-quality output.
• Budgeting & Analysis: Collaborate with the FP&A team to provide variance analysis (Actuals vs. Budget) and support departmental heads with financial insights.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree (MAcc/MBA) is a plus.
• Certification: CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or ACCA certification is strongly preferred.
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Technical Skills: * Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics).
• Expert-level Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, Macros).
• Experience with automated reconciliation or BI tools (e.g., BlackLine, Power BI, or Tableau).

Core Competencies

• Analytical Rigor: Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in data management.
• Communication: Ability to communicate complex financial data to non-finance stakeholders clearly.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Integrity: Unwavering ethical standards and experience handling confidential financial information.

Preferred Attributes (The 2026 Edge)

• Tech-Savvy: Experience managing the transition from legacy systems to cloud-based accounting solutions.
• Global Exposure: Familiarity with international accounting standards, multi-currency consolidations, or regional tax compliance (e.g., UK IR35, B2B contracts, or North American tax nexus).
• Adaptability: Comfortable leading a hybrid or remote team across different time zones.