Manager - US Accounts

Manager (U.S. Accounts)

Role Summary
Accounting Manager is a client‑facing, hands‑on operator  who owns outcomes—from  implementation and successful onboarding  to  running the outsourced accounting engine , producing  decision‑grade reporting , and driving  Tech & Ops (T&O) improvements .

Key Responsibilities
A. Team Leadership & People Development
Lead, mentor, and inspire  a blended team (onshore/offshore) of senior accountants and associates; set clear standards for close discipline, controls, and documentation.
Foster a collaborative, supportive environment  that enhances productivity and accountability; model Prova’s boutique, high‑touch culture.
Conduct  regular performance reviews , provide constructive feedback, and create development plans tied to measurable outcomes.
B. Client Ownership & Communication
Serve as the  primary point of contact  for client finance leaders— address queries promptly , clarify expectations, and proactively surface risks and decisions.
Stay abreast of U.S. GAAP updates  and relevant compliance requirements; guide clients on implications and ensure team compliance.
C. Implementation & Onboarding (Own the transition)
Lead discovery, scoping, and  implementation planning  (people/process/tech); translate goals into a time‑boxed plan with milestones.
Stand up the accounting environment (chart of accounts, workflows, closing cadence, controls) and  achieve the first clean close  within agreed timelines.
D. Outsourced Accounting Delivery (Run the engine)
Oversee  end‑to‑end accounting : AP, AR,  bank reconciliations , bookkeeping, journal entries, fixed assets, payroll interfaces, intercompany activity, and cash management.
Own  month‑end/year‑end close ; deliver timely P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and  variance/KPI packs ; ensure work papers and PBCs are audit‑ready.
Oversee quality and accuracy  of financial statements, reports, and all deliverables; eliminate surprises via reconciliations and review evidence.
E. Controls, Process Improvement & T&O Advisory
Design and  maintain internal controls  (segregation of duties, review checklists, documentation standards); implement streamlined procedures to improve speed and accuracy.
Identify  process‑improvement and automation opportunities ;  implement technology‑enabled changes  (vendor‑agnostic) that strengthen auditability and throughput.
F. Resource Planning & Audit Coordination
Assess workload and allocate resources  to meet tight deadlines across multiple clients; collaborate with senior management on capacity planning.
Coordinate external audits and reviews; ensure PBC completeness and timely resolution of requests.
Required Skills / Abilities
Communication:  Excellent verbal and written communication; executive‑ready status reporting and issue escalation.
Accounting Execution :
End‑to‑end experience  in AP, AR,  bank reconciliation , bookkeeping,  journal entries , and monthly close governance.
Team Handling:  Proven success  leading teams  in a  U.S. accounting  environment; able to coach, set pace, and raise the bar.
Prioritization:  Ability to  manage multiple clients and deadlines  in a fast‑paced setting while maintaining accuracy and control evidence.
Tool‑Agnostic Proficiency:  Comfortable learning and optimizing whichever systems clients use (no brand prerequisites); strong  Excel/Sheets  for modeling, pivots/Power Query, and audit trails.
Craft & Ethic:  High attention to detail, organized, strong work ethic and morale standards; commitment to  high performance  and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Professional credentials such as  CPA ,  CA/Inter‑CA , or CPA‑eligible status are advantageous.
7+ years  of progressive, hands‑on accounting experience (U.S. focus), including  team leadership  and  ownership of monthly closes ; exceptional candidates with experience and proven implementation outcomes will be considered.