Senior Accounting Manager

Overview

A leading organization in regenerative agriculture is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager (Assistant Controller Track) to support and lead core accounting operations within a shared services model. This role is critical in driving process improvements, managing audits, and supporting growth through sound financial stewardship. The position reports directly to the VP, Controller and offers opportunities for increased leadership responsibilities over time. The role is remote within the continental United States, with a preference for candidates in Central and Eastern time zones.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with US GAAP and corporate policies.
• Oversee revenue recognition processes, including contract reviews and documentation for Sustainability and Biologicals business units.
• Lead a multifunctional accounting team responsible for close, accounts payable, payroll, and collections within a lean operating model.
• Collaborate with the Controller and CFO on audits, accounting operations, and strategic initiatives.
• Support intercompany accounting requirements in partnership with international entity teams.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Work cross-functionally with FP&A, HR, Legal, Treasury, and IT to support financial operations and strategic projects.
• Manage external audits, coordinating with auditors to ensure timely and accurate reporting with thorough documentation.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support executive decision-making.
• Monitor and enhance accounting systems and ERP platforms.
• Prepare and review reconciliations for key general ledger accounts.
• Develop and post standard and non-standard journal entries.
• Analyze monthly balance sheet and income statement variances.
• Oversee equity stock-based compensation accounting and collaborate with HR and Legal on equity administration and reporting.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s or MBA preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
• Minimum of 8 years of accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial role within high-growth, global organizations.
• Experience managing multiple accounting functions such as close, accounts payable, payroll, and revenue recognition in lean or high-growth environments.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Preferred experience in agriculture, agribusiness, carbon markets, or sustainability-linked businesses.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, especially Workiva, Oracle Cloud ERP, or NetSuite.
• Familiarity with AI-based finance and accounting tools such as BlackLine, AppZen, Vic.ai, Trullion, or custom large language models for finance workflows.
• Excellent technical writing skills for accounting memos and board-level presentations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical abilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $145,000 - $160,000 annually.
• Equity options and annual cash incentives.
• Generous paid time off including Flexible Time Off, 5 sick days, 12 company holidays, and a company-wide break between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Parental leave and bereavement leave.
• Comprehensive wellness benefits covering medical, dental, vision, mental health, and basic life and disability insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional benefits including Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), identity protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan.

Location

This is a remote position available anywhere within the continental United States, with a preference for candidates located in Central and Eastern time zones.