Sr. Accounting Manager

The Sr. Accounting Manager plays a key role in SEEL’s financial planning and analysis function, supporting forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting across all programs (internal and client-facing). This position is based in the Detroit office.

This role partners closely with Program Managers, Operations, and Finance leadership to ensure financial accuracy, actionable insights, and alignment between program performance and financial outcomes. The Sr. Accounting Manager is responsible for developing program budgets, analyzing profitability,maintaining financial models, and supporting continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting.

• Lead program-level budget development, forecasting, and profitability analysis for both new and existing programs
• Developfinancial/scenario analysis to support business decisions and program design
• Analyze variances between forecast, budget, and actuals; provide clear explanations and actionable recommendations
• Partner with Program Managers to ensure forecast accuracy and alignment with operational assumptions

• Prepare and post month-end journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and adjustments in accordance withGAAP
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations monthly, ensuring all accounts are supported,accurate, andtimely
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items and variances, including aging items and discrepancies
• Support the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met and financials are complete and accurate
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trail for all journal entries and reconciliations
• Partner with Accounting Manager to ensure consistency and integrity of financial data across programs and entities

• Maintainaccurateproject setup, cost tracking, and reporting in accounting systems
• Lead or support process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of financial operations
• Ensure data integrity across systems used for financial reporting and program tracking

• Support adherence toGAAP and internal financial controls
• Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as required

• Partner with Operations, Program Management, and Leadership toprovidefinancial insights and guidance
• Communicate financial results clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business-related field
• 5+ yearsof relevant experience in accounting
• Strong understanding ofGAAP and financial reporting principles
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
• Experience with accounting systems (B1or similar ERP systems)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
• Effective communication skills with ability to work across cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Self-starter with strong ownership and accountability mindset