Corporate Accounting Manager

THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING Join the corporate accounting team of a large, growing organization with a significant national presence and thousands of employees across North America Work closely with the broader Finance organization, executive management, and operating company accounting teams

Lead and develop a corporate accounting team that currently includes one direct report

Work in a hands-on environment where you will own the accounting for multiple corporate entities

Join a growing corporate function where the scope and responsibilities of the team will continue to evolveLOCATIONCharlotte, NCWHAT THEY OFFER YOU Opportunity to take ownership of the accounting operations for multiple corporate entities

Broad exposure across corporate accounting, treasury, financial reporting, and cash forecasting

Opportunity to lead and develop the corporate accounting function as the organization continues to grow Ability to improve accounting processes, controls, and technology across the function

High visibility and regular interaction with Finance leadership and operating company accounting teamsWHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT Own the accounting for the company's corporate entities, including the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records and reporting

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries and account reconciliations

Maintain the integrity of the corporate general ledger and oversee accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, debt, intercompany activity, and other corporate-level transactions

Prepare corporate financial statements and management reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies

Review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner

Manage, develop, and provide direction to the corporate accounting team Support treasury activities, company-wide cash forecasting, and preparation of annual consolidated financial statements and footnotes

Champion process improvement, automation, and adoption of technology and systems to improve efficiency and data integrity THE BACKGROUND THAT FITS Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field5–10 years of progressive accounting experience, with significant corporate or industry accounting experience

Experience taking ownership of the accounting for one or more entities or business units

Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial close processes

Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles

Experience with monthly and annual financial close processes

Strong account reconciliation and analytical skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Demonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and identify and resolve issuesERP, multi-entity, and accounting process automation experience preferred

Public accounting experience is a plus, but not required

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