Job Description: Manager – Finance & Accounts

Role Overview

The Manager – Finance & Accounts will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and financial close processes. The role is responsible for ensuring adherence to U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP), applicable Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reporting requirements where applicable, and established corporate accounting policies.

The successful candidate will drive process improvements, strengthen financial governance, and support strategic business initiatives through accurate reporting, effective controls, and sound financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Accounting and Reporting

Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.
Support regulatory reporting, including SEC filings such as Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, where applicable.
Assist with financial consolidations across multiple legal entities and business units.
Maintain the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of financial records.

2. Internal Controls and Compliance

Maintain and enhance internal control frameworks and accounting procedures.
Support SOX compliance testing, documentation, and remediation activities, where applicable.
Develop, maintain, and implement accounting policies to ensure consistency across the organization.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations.
Identify control gaps and recommend improvements to strengthen financial governance and operational efficiency.

3. Audit Management

Serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors.
Coordinate annual financial statement audits and support interim audit activities.
Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and account reconciliations.
Track audit findings and coordinate timely resolution of outstanding issues.
Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure audit readiness and compliance with reporting requirements.

4. Treasury and Cash Management

Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital performance.
Support banking relationships and monitor compliance with debt covenants, where applicable.
Review cash flow forecasts and cash management processes.
Identify opportunities to improve liquidity management and working capital efficiency.
Provide relevant financial information to support treasury and funding decisions.

5. Tax and Regulatory Compliance

Coordinate with internal and external tax teams on tax-related matters.
Support the preparation and submission of applicable federal and state tax filings.
Ensure compliance with sales and use tax requirements.
Assist with tax audits, regulatory reviews, and requests for supporting documentation.
Maintain appropriate records and documentation to support tax compliance and reporting obligations.

6. Financial Planning and Business Support

Partner with Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) teams on budgeting and forecasting activities.
Provide financial analysis, investigate variances, and communicate key findings.
Support management presentations, financial reviews, and Board reporting.
Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and improved financial reporting.
Provide timely financial insights to support business planning and management decision-making.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification and/or a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a finance specialization is preferred.

Experience

Minimum of five years of progressive experience in accounting, financial reporting, or controllership.
Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing financial reports in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Experience managing external audits, internal controls, and financial compliance activities.
Familiarity with financial consolidation, month-end close, and multi-entity reporting processes.
Experience supporting regulatory reporting and SOX compliance, where applicable.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
Familiarity with SEC reporting requirements, where applicable.
Practical experience with SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit processes.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial analysis and reporting.
Experience with financial consolidation, accounting, and reporting systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across finance and business teams.

Key Competencies

Strong financial and accounting expertise.
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Effective stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet reporting deadlines.
Strong analytical thinking and continuous improvement mindset.
High standards of professional integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.

Must-Haves

Education: Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance.
Credential: an active CPA (preferred) or an MBA in Finance. “CPA eligible” or “CPA candidate” does not count.
Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting, including at least 2–3 years owning the close or leading a team.
US GAAP close: has personally run the monthly, quarterly and annual close and produced the financial statements.
Audit: has been the main contact for at least one full year-end external audit, not just answered audit requests.
Systems: has used an ERP plus a consolidation or reporting tool.
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Manager (Finance & Accounts)