Accounting Manager; North America Controllership

The Accounting Manager in the North America Controllership team is responsible for leading core accounting and financial reporting activities, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for multiple legal entities within the region. The role ensures accurate U.S. GAAP compliance, oversees general ledger integrity, prepares and reviews journal entries and account reconciliations, and supports internal and external audits. This position partners with onshore and offshore teams to drive timely, accurate financial results and contributes to SOX compliance, process improvements, and special projects.

• Manage and oversee period-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all assigned responsibilities.
• Prepare and/or review recurring, adjusting, and complex journal entries.
• Review flux and trend analyses for financial statement results.

• Review and approve balance sheet account reconciliations and ensure adequacy of supporting documentation.
• Partner with onshore and offshore teams to determine proper accounting treatment and resolve aged items.
• Manage and review in-depth reconciliations for key balance sheet areas, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Support internal and external audits through preparation of documentation, explanations, and reconciliations.
• Assess SOX controls for adequacy; identify and implement enhancements to existing or new processes.
• Ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies; research and resolve complex transactions.

• Lead and manage resource teams across multiple accounting processes; own processes end-to-end.
• Train and mentor Controllership team members as needed.
• Coordinate with internal business partners, external service providers, and outsourced teams.
• Lead ad hoc projects and continuous improvement initiatives with minimal supervision.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related discipline.
• CPA license.
• Public accounting or Big Four experience; industry experience in a large multinational company.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to resolve complex issues in a multifaceted accounting structure.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and capable of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced close environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact across all management levels.

• Experience with Oracle ERP (Cloud or On‑prem) and/or SAP Business Objects.
• Experience using Tableau, reporting tools, and other analytical platforms.
• Prior public accounting experience or industry experience in a large corporate environment.