Senior Manager – Accounting

Senior Manager – Accounting

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Prior industry experience at a public company and/or a Big 4 accounting firm
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of effectively liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• CPA Designation or equivalent qualification in good standing.
• 8+ years of accounting experience, with a minimum of 4 years of direct managerial experience.

Responsibilities

• Own all aspects of full-cycle accounting and ensure adherence to internal control compliance throughout all processes.
• Drive the month-end close process, taking a hands-on role in reviewing key working papers, and immediately addressing any discrepancies to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
• Manage and contribute to daily accounting operations, actively monitoring internal control compliance and resolving any control deficiencies.
• Own all aspects of our financial statements audit, including liaising with the auditor, managing audit timing, and reviewing all supporting documentation prior to submission to the auditor.
• Lead the transformation of accounting processes by developing and executing a roadmap to streamline the month-end close (aiming for SEC accelerated reporting timelines) and directly contributing and driving continuous improvement through automation, standardization, and optimization.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on complex accounting issues and provide technical accounting support, researching and resolving complex GAAP and SEC issues, and training the team on best practices.
• Partner with the Financial Reporting team, directly contributing to the preparation of financial statements and actively participating in audit preparation and response.
• Maintain and optimize the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, directly troubleshooting issues and implementing improvements to support efficient financial reporting.
• Execute accounting integrations for newly acquired companies, actively participating in data mapping and system configuration.
• Coach and mentor 4 team members through daily interactions and targeted feedback, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and hands-on problem-solving.
• Collaborate with the accounting leadership team to implement and monitor accounting control improvements, actively participating in testing and validation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in one of our core industries (i.e. Gaming, Media & Entertainment, and Financial Services)
• Netsuite experience
• Proven track record of streamlining and automating processes.
• Impeccable analytical and organizational skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams, driving performance and achieving objectives.
• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Proven track record in preparing financial statements and supporting documentation for audits.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities effectively.