Accounting Manager

A rapidly scaling SaaS company is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to own the month-end close process, financial reporting, and team leadership within a high-growth environment.

• Own and lead the full month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process across AP, AR, revenue, inventory, R&D, fixed assets, accruals, and other key areas
• Prepare, review, and approve complex journal entries and account reconciliations
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled with appropriate supporting documentation
• Maintain and improve close timelines, driving accuracy and efficiency
• Prepare technical accounting analyses and memos for complex transactions
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow)
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies
• Perform detailed variance analysis vs. budget and forecast, identifying key business drivers
• Deliver executive-ready monthly and quarterly reporting packages
• Partner closely with FP&A to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning

• Design, document, implement, and test SOX-aligned internal controls
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, federal and state tax requirements, and internal policies
• Lead coordination of external audits and support regulatory examinations
• Proactively identify and mitigate financial statement risk through strong controls and documentation

• Optimize ERP workflows (Quick Books strongly preferred) to enhance efficiency and shorten close cycles
• Lead system enhancements, new module implementations, and finance-related integrations
• Improve reconciliation processes, reporting automation, and financial visibility
• Implement workflow automation tools to increase productivity and reduce manual processes
• Lead ERP implementation projects, including system selection, configuration, data migration, testing, and go-live execution
• Serve as finance lead for ERP upgrades, new module implementations, and system integrations
• Supervise, mentor, and develop 2–3 accounting professionals (staff, AP/AR specialists)
• Establish performance goals and provide ongoing coaching and technical guidance
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
• Provide training on technical accounting topics and evolving GAAP standards

• Support investment due diligence, M&A activities, and special projects
• Assist with board and investor reporting as needed
• Perform other accounting and finance-related responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• Active or inactive CPA license (or actively pursuing) strongly preferred

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Minimum 2+ years of people management experience
• Demonstrated ownership of full-cycle month-end close and financial statement preparation in a U.S. GAAP environment
• Experience in a SaaS or subscription-based revenue environment strongly preferred

• Strong technical accounting knowledge under U.S. GAAP
• Proficiency in Google Sheets
• Hands‑on ERP experience (Quick Books strongly preferred)
• Experience with workflow automation and accounting systems

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to partner cross‑functionally with operations, sales, and leadership teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment

• Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience
• SaaS industry experience (highly preferred)
• Experience with multi‑entity or international consolidations
• Knowledge of transfer pricing and intercompany eliminations
• Experience supporting private equity‑backed or venture‑backed companies

In a hyper‑growth SaaS company, clean financials aren’t optional —…