Senior Manager, Accounting

Overview

A U.S.-based consumer finance marketplace is seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting to oversee financial reporting cycles and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls. The organization serves both consumer and enterprise markets by enabling consumers to compare personalized financial product offers and supporting financial product distribution through partnerships with lenders and financial institutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial close and reporting process, ensuring timely delivery of GAAP-compliant financial statements and management reports
• 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 for accuracy and compliance
• Continuously improve accounting operations and internal controls to maintain compliance
• Implement new technical accounting standards and document accounting policies
• Prepare audit schedules, coordinate with external auditors, and respond to audit inquiries
• Oversee statutory and regulatory filings including tax returns and financial reporting packages
• Collaborate with FP&A to align management reporting with external financial results
• Manage or support ad hoc projects such as system implementations, process automation, and 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 environment
• Hands-on experience with major accounting processes such as 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 PBCs and 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
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to collaborate effectively while working independently

Compensation & Benefits

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

Location

• United States (remote work possible)

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.