Accounting Manager

Lead Stack Inc. is an award-winning, one of the nation’s fastest-growing, certified minority-owned (MBE) staffing services provider of the contingent workforce. As a recognized industry leader in contingent workforce solutions and Certified as a Great Place to Work, we’re proud to partner with some of the most admired Fortune 500 brands in the world.

We have an immediate contract position with our direct client. If you are interested and available, please respond with your resume ASAP and suggest a good time to call you.

Job Title:
Accounting Manager
Location: Palo Alto, CA 94304- hybrid (1-3 days on-site)
Pay Rate : $100-$120/hour on W2
Schedule : Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm with flexibility to attend weekly evening meetings required
Contract duration : 12 months

Job description
Our client is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager with a strong background in managing accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance, helping to foster strong relationships with Japanese stakeholders, ensuring smooth financial operations and alignment with corporate governance expectations.

You'll also make an impact by leveraging Silicon Valley’s emphasis on innovation, efficiency, and data-driven decision-making to enhance financial transparency, streamline accounting processes, and drive automation. This balanced approach will be critical in safeguarding financial integrity, optimizing workflows, and ensuring compliance with global accounting standards, ultimately strengthening the company’s financial health and operational efficiency across both domestic and international markets.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience using Oracle or similar systems and possess a deep understanding of international accounting practices (IFRS, J-GAAP), including multi-currency operations. Experience in managing fixed assets, prepaids, and accounts payable (AP) is essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities as Accounting Manager:

Accounting Operations

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable (AP) management, fixed assets, prepaids, and general ledger activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payment approvals, and vendor reconciliations.
• Manage fixed asset capitalization, depreciation schedules, and disposals in compliance with accounting standards.
• Monitor prepaid expenses, ensure proper allocation, and maintain accurate schedules.

• Administer and manage expense workflows using Concur or equivalent platforms.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls for expense reporting and approvals.

• Manage month-end close calendar, tasks, and reconciliation checklists.
• Review and approve journal entries.
• Review financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in compliance with US GAAP.
• Track and report on fixed assets, prepaids, and AP aging to provide actionable insights.
• Prepare financial statements and submit reporting packages to TMC through their internal system (CONETS).

• Oversee accounting operations across multiple regions and entities, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Manage inter-company transactions, transfer pricing, and multi-currency consolidations.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responses.
• Ensure proper internal controls are in place and adhered to for fixed assets, prepaids, and AP management.
• Support the company through filing of income tax returns, property tax, used and sales tax, etc.

• Identify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy in financial operations, particularly for fixed assets, prepaids, and AP workflows.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions for international operations.

• Supervise a team of accounting professionals in multiple locations.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing work culture.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• 7+…