Senior Accounting Manager

Greater Boston, MA


Job #1039

Our client is seeking a motivated, hands-on, results-driven Senior Accounting Manager to be a key leader in their rapidly growing team.  The ideal candidate must thrive with multi-tasking in a fast-faced, exciting and collaborative environment. This position will report to the CFO of the company.

Responsibilities:

  • Financial Reporting: Prepare internal financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, including footnote and financial table preparation in accordance with US GAAP.
  • Compliance: Monitor and assess the impact of business process changes on the control environment, identify new risk areas, and implement appropriate changes to the SOX compliance program.
  • Team Management: Supervise Accounting Associates, manage their workload, and provide training and development.
  • Cash Flow Management: Provide cash flow planning, analysis, and project budgeting.
  • Tax Coordination: Manage all tax return data, information, and collation.
  • Internal Controls: Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with corporate policies and external audits.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or other relevant certifications are preferred.
  • Experience: 5-10 years of experience in accounting, with a strong background in financial reporting and compliance.
  • Excellent understanding and knowledge of GAAP (revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and accruals); SOX compliance
  • High proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite) and financial analysis with Advanced Excel
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize multiple projects with competing priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
  • Ability to apply discretion and trust with confidential material
  • Forward thinker with strong analytical, problem solving, planning and organizational skills
  • Adaptability and enthusiasm for new challenges, innate curiosity and a passion for learning
  • A collaborative mindset that is open to giving and receiving ideas, perspectives and feedback
  • Must be able to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of management
  • A motivated self-starter who thrives on taking ownership of initiatives with limited oversight, has a continuous improvement mindset and a strong work ethic