Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller

Duties and ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Close LeadershipPartner closely with the Controller on monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accuracy and timelinessPrepare and review financial statements, schedules, and supporting analyses in accordance with U.S. GAAPAnalyze financial results, identify trends/variances, and present insights to leadershipGradually assume ownership of the close processAccounting Operations & Technical AreasOwn technical accounting areas including inventory, lease accounting (ASC 842), and revenue-related considerationsReview and resolve variances across key accounts (accruals, POs, reconciliations)Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and regulatory standardsTax & Regulatory CompliancePrepare and file multi-state sales tax returns; manage related entries in Sage IntacctInterpret sales tax regulations (nexus, taxability, registrations)Maintain accurate tax rates within billing and inventory systemsTrack and process business income tax paymentsAudit & Internal ControlsServe as liaison with external auditors and coordinate audit requestsAssess internal controls, perform risk evaluations, and recommend improvementsMaintain audit-ready documentation and ensure complianceProcess Improvement & SystemsIdentify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance reportingSupport system enhancements and Intacct optimizationServe as the internal Sage Intacct expert, building reports, dashboards, and modelsDevelop advanced Excel-based financial analysis toolsLeadership Development & Controller ReadinessAct as a delegate for the Controller when neededProvide mentorship and informal leadership across the teamAssist in developing accounting policies and proceduresTake on increasing ownership of financial operationsAd Hoc Projects & Strategic InitiativesLead or support special projects such as system integrations and compliance initiativesContribute to documentation of policies and proceduresQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA strongly preferred)5–8+ years of progressive accounting experienceStrong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controlsExperience with multi-state sales tax complianceFamiliarity with lease accounting (ASC 842) and inventoryExperience supporting auditsERP experience (Sage Intacct preferred) and advanced Excel skillsStrong analytical and organizational skillsAbility to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentIndustry experience preferred but not requiredKey CompetenciesLeadership potential with a proactive mindsetHigh attention to detail and accuracyStrong ownership and accountabilityAbility to interpret complex regulationsEffective communication and collaboration skillsStrong judgment and risk awareness