Accounting Manager

Company Overview:
Our client, s well-established U.S.

-based organization is seeking a highly skilled financial leader to join its executive team. The company operates in a dynamic and fast-growing industry, supporting a broad range of business operations while maintaining a strong focus on innovation, efficiency, and exceptional service. Its teams are known for delivering high-performance results and adapting to evolving market demands.

Position Overview
The Accounting Manager will lead the organization's accounting function and oversee all related financial operations, including reporting, planning, budgeting, analysis, and internal controls. This role supports senior leadership and external stakeholders while managing a team of four (4) direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the accounting function, including the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial reports, including comparisons against budgets and prior periods.
• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with the CFO and executive leadership.
• Partner with department leaders to review P&Ls, approve spend requests, and ensure alignment with financial goals.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize cash flow, and implement dashboards to highlight trends and key financial metrics.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure compliance with evolving accounting standards and best practices.
• Conduct periodic internal audits to uphold established controls and procedures.
• Act as a liaison with advisors, lenders, and auditors to manage reporting requirements.
• Support executive leadership with M&A due diligence and financial modeling.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the CFO.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong financial acumen with excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with experience managing teams.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and effective time management.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite (experience with Net Suite a plus).
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple business functions.
• Willingness to travel occasionally as needed.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; CPA and/or master's degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, ideally with exposure to multi-entity operations.
• Prior experience in a complex, high-growth organization or audit environment is advantageous.