Accounting Manager

A publicly traded corporation located in New York is seeking an Accounting Manager to join its corporate accounting team on a permanent basis. The Accounting Manager will oversee the general accounting function, lead the month-end close process, and support financial reporting and operational accounting activities across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong corporate accounting experience within a complex environment and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.ResponsibilitiesManage and oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processReview journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysesEnsure compliance with US GAAP and company accounting policiesLead balance sheet reconciliation processes and resolve accounting discrepanciesPartner with FP&A, tax, operations, and leadership teams on accounting-related mattersSupport internal and external audit requestsAssist with implementation and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controlsSupervise and mentor accounting staff, including reviewing work product and supporting professional developmentIdentify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficienciesParticipate in system implementations, automation initiatives, and special projects as neededQualificationsBachelor’s degree is requiredCPA preferredStraight public experience will sufficeBig 4 background strongly preferred3+ years of progressive accounting experience within public accounting and/or large corporate environmentsStrong understanding of US GAAP and general accounting operationsExperience managing full-cycle accounting and close processesAdvanced Excel skills and experience working within ERP systemsStrong analytical, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment