Accounting Manager

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Posted Oct 23, 2026

Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time

$108K – $148.5K/yr

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Overview

The organization is seeking a GL Accounting Manager to lead core general ledger accounting activities and strengthen the capabilities, processes, and effectiveness of the accounting team. This role oversees day-to-day general ledger accounting, ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial results, and leads the team through the monthly close process.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of accountants, providing direction, coaching, performance management, and opportunities for professional growth.
Own and oversee key components of the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
Review and approve journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and variance analyses for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with U.S. GAAP.
Serve as the first level of escalation for accounting questions and issues, reducing the need for management intervention.
Partner with FP&A, Operations, AP, Treasury, Procurement, Legal, and other business functions to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes.
Support accounting system initiatives, including Oracle ERP enhancements, integrations, system changes, and process transformations.
Identify trends, unusual activity, and hard-to-detect errors within complex accounts and determine appropriate corrective action.
Own assigned accounting areas and drive issues through to resolution without requiring ongoing management follow-up.
Assist with ad hoc financial analysis, technical accounting research, special projects, and other initiatives as needed.

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Requirements (Basic Qualifications)

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
2+ years of experience leading, supervising, or managing accounting professionals.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general ledger accounting.
Demonstrated experience with month-end close, accrual accounting, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial analysis.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, indirect functions, and PivotTables.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to independently assess accounting issues, determine root causes, and recommend solutions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial matters clearly and concisely.