Accounting Manager

Overview

This role owns the close, consolidation, and reporting processes for a well-funded technology organization, ensuring results are accurate, GAAP-compliant, and delivered on a tight monthly cadence. The position is hands-on and includes leadership with a clear path toward senior finance leadership.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, delivering accurate financial statements within a 5-business-day close
• Manage revenue recognition under ASC 606, including contract review, deferred revenue schedules, and coordination with billing systems like NetSuite or Stripe
• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries across multiple entities and currencies
• Maintain and strengthen SOX internal controls, documenting processes and remediating control gaps ahead of external audits
• Coordinate and support external audits and tax compliance; serve as the primary point of contact for auditors
• Partner with FP&A and department leads on variance analysis, budget support, and month-end commentary
• Mentor and develop a team of 2-4 staff accountants by reviewing deliverables and building scalable processes

Requirements

• 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience, including prior supervisory or lead responsibility
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP, including ASC 606, ASC 842, and ASC 350; familiarity with SEC reporting frameworks is a plus
• Hands-on ERP experience (NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle) with strong Excel and data-analysis skills
• Track record of improving close processes and building internal controls, ideally in SaaS or high-growth tech environments
• Experience managing external audits and communicating findings to senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Big 4 or national firm background
• Experience with equity compensation accounting (ASC 718)
• Exposure to SOX readiness at a pre-IPO company