Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting

Ashley Furniture Industries seeks an accomplished Senior Corporate Accounting Manager to partner with our Assistant Controller in ensuring financial integrity, driving operational excellence, and leading critical finance functions across our global enterprise.

Serve as senior financial leader ensuring all transactions comply with GAAP while maintaining integrity of company financial statements and internal controls. Assist the Assistant Controller oversee support of Financial Planning & Analysis and Transactional Accounting departments.

This role combines strategic financial leadership with operational excellence
, positioning you as a key advisor to executive finance leadership.

• Support general ledger maintenance in accordance with GAAP standards
• Support consolidation of related companies and combination reporting.
• Develop comprehensive financial reports for management, creditors, and stakeholders
• Support annual budget preparation and financial forecasts enterprise-wide
• Monitor and oversee posting of cash transaction flows
• Facilitate development of new financial and accounting systems and data visualization.
• Assist with independent audits across company entities
• Direct preparation of regulatory reports and ensure compliance
• Work with offshore teams supporting global finance functions
• Support Ashley finance transformation projects

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for 6-8 finance professionals across:
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Transactional Accounting functions
• Assist the Assistant Controller with the development of a team of 6-8 finance professionals
• Support employment decisions including hiring, promotions, and performance management
• Coach team through performance reviews and development planning
• Build succession plans and develop future finance leaders
• Foster culture of continuous improvement and financial excellence

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations
• Apply technology and business approaches in innovative ways
• Develop solutions for complex technical or strategic challenges
• Improve processes in safety, quality, productivity, and cost

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 10+ years managerial accounting/finance experience (manufacturing environment preferred)
• Proven track record leading finance teams and driving results
• Deep expertise in GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent leadership and people development skills
• Occasional domestic and international travel
• Flexible schedule with availability during critical business periods

• CPA or CMA certification
• Manufacturing or consumer products industry experience
• Continuous improvement or Lean Six Sigma background

• Expert knowledge of GAAP financial reporting
• Strong mathematical and statistical skills
• Internal controls and record management expertise
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Effective resource management and optimization
• Strategic thinking with tactical execution
• Drive results through people

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and financial systems
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities
• Experience with ERP systems and financial software

• Ethics, values, integrity, and trust
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Thrives in fast-paced, demanding environments
• Maintains confidentiality with sensitive information
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Life and disability insurance

• Industry Leadership - World's largest furniture manufacturer, Fortune 500 company
• Career Growth - Clear pathway to Corporate Controller and senior finance leadership
• Financial Innovation - Investment in cutting-edge systems and technology
• Professional Development - Certification support, training, leadership programs
• Organizational Culture - Collaborative, team-oriented, continuous improvement mindset
• Location - Arcadia, Wisconsin offers excellent quality of life, affordable living, family-friendly community

• Ethics and Integrity - Unwavering commitment to doing what's right
• Excellence - Setting the standard…