Accounting Manager

Overview

A dynamic business group operating in the Collecting, Trading Card Game, and Hobby industries is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations. This role involves managing the general ledger, Accounts Payable (AP), and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial controls across a multi-entity organization.

Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Close

• Manage month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate completion
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting policies
• Support consolidation activities across multiple entities, including intercompany eliminations
• Enforce internal controls and accounting policies

Accounts Payable (AP) & Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Oversee AP and AR functions, ensuring timely invoice processing, collections, and cash application
• Monitor cash flow impacts related to payables and receivables
• Establish and track KPIs such as Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), aging, and payment cycles to improve working capital
• Resolve escalations related to vendor payments, billing discrepancies, and collections
• Drive process improvements and automation in AP/AR workflows

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Deliver accurate and timely financial reports for internal stakeholders
• Provide variance analysis and insights into financial performance
• Collaborate with Finance to support budgeting, forecasting, and audit requirements
• Ensure audit readiness by preparing schedules and coordinating with external auditors

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
• Lead initiatives to standardize accounting processes across entities
• Partner on ERP optimization and system enhancements
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for accounting, AP, and AR functions

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team across Accounting, AP, and AR
• Set clear expectations, monitor performance, and support professional development
• Allocate resources effectively to meet deadlines and operational demands
• Foster a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA preferred
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including managing accounting teams
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP; experience with multi-entity and/or international accounting preferred
• Experience overseeing AP and AR functions with a focus on process optimization
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems such as SAP or similar
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, process improvement skills, and capacity to manage competing priorities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Locations

Positions are available in Aarhus, Dallas, Delhi, Lisbon, Nashville, Seattle, and worldwide.