Accounting Manager

Back Accounting Manager Accounting Manager Seabrook, New Hampshire Perm 100000 Jun 18, 2026 $ 100000.00 - $140000.00

A privately held investment and operating enterprise in the Seacoast of NH is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead a team responsible for accounting, financial reporting, and operational finance activities. This position reports directly to senior finance leadership and plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness of financial operations across a diverse portfolio of entities.

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and intercompany transactions and eliminations.
• Oversee accounting activities for a large portfolio of entities, including trusts, operating businesses, nonprofit organizations, and holding companies.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial, budgetary, and operational records.
• Maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies.

• Prepare and review financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and profitability analyses.
• Analyze historical and current financial performance, trends, costs, revenues, commitments, and obligations.
• Provide meaningful financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Support management decision-making through clear interpretation of financial data and results.

• Coordinate and consolidate financial data during the annual budgeting process.
• Maintain forecasts and planning models within financial systems.
• Analyze budget-to-actual variances and provide reporting and recommendations as needed.

• Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic financial matters, including resource allocation, capital utilization, process improvements, policy development, and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen financial processes, and support organizational objectives.

• Manage and develop a team of accounting professionals.
• Provide coaching, performance management, and guidance to support team effectiveness and professional growth.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least 2 years of experience supervising or managing staff.
• Experience overseeing accounting for multiple legal entities.
• CPA designation is preferred but not required.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting expertise.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software platforms.
• Experience with investment accounting, wealth management reporting systems, or similar financial applications is a plus.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, particularly related to investments, operating businesses, and intercompany accounting.