Senior Manager, Accounting

Overview

A leading U.S. consumer finance marketplace is seeking a Senior Manager of Financial Reporting and Accounting. This role is responsible for overseeing the company’s financial reporting cycles, ensuring timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. The position reports to the VP of Accounting and plays a key role in maintaining internal controls and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial close and reporting process to deliver accurate GAAP-compliant financial statements and management reports on schedule.
• Lead preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, including variance analyses and key performance metrics.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with policies and controls.
• Continuously evaluate and improve accounting operations and internal controls.
• Implement new technical accounting standards and maintain documentation of accounting policies.
• Prepare and review audit schedules, coordinate with external auditors, and respond to audit inquiries.
• Ensure timely completion of statutory and regulatory filings, including tax returns and financial reporting packages.
• Collaborate with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to align management reporting with external financial results.
• Manage or support ad hoc projects such as system implementations, process automation, and special financial analyses.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required); CPA or CA preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of combined public and private accounting experience, including Big 4, SEC-registered public company, or pre-IPO environments.
• Hands-on experience with major accounting processes including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Cash Management, and Fixed Assets.
• Direct involvement in financial close, financial reporting, and management reporting cycles.
• Experience with external audits, including preparation of Provided By Client (PBC) documents and supporting schedules.
• Knowledge of multi-state payroll and familiarity with Xero, ADP, and Workday preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Google Workspace, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and collaborative team player capable of working independently.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range for high cost of labor markets (e.g., New York City, San Francisco): $128,000–$179,000 USD.
• Salary range for other U.S. locations: $111,000–$163,000 USD.
• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits as per applicable plan documents.

Location

This role is open to candidates across the United States, with salary adjusted based on location and cost of labor.