The Accounting Manager will be responsible for managing the monthly, quarterly and year-end (YE) financial close process and leading the preparation for annual external audits. This role requires a deep understanding of financial reporting, internal controls, and audit management. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and successfully coordinating with external auditors.
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Financial Reporting & Monthly Close:
- Oversee and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
- Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Ensure timely reconciliation of all general ledger accounts, including cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and intercompany transactions.
- Lead the preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, and adjustments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Audit Management:
- Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, coordinating all aspects of the annual audit, including planning, fieldwork, and review of audit findings.
- Prepare audit schedules, work papers, and supporting documentation required by auditors in a timely and accurate manner.
- Address and resolve audit queries, working closely with the finance team to provide necessary explanations and documentation.
- Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the monthly close and audit processes.
- Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
- Based on audit and financial review findings, provide recommendations for improving financial and operational performance.
Team Leadership & Collaboration:
- As the team grows; supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including external - Tax firms (eg. KPMG) and Treasury (banks), and internal teams - Legal, HR, Payroll, R&D, and Purchasing teams to support the company’s financial objectives and initiatives.
- Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed.
Compliance & Reporting:
- Ensure compliance with US GAAP or IFRS and other regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and file statutory financial reports and ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or equivalent certification required.
- Minimum of 6-8 years of accounting experience, with experience mentoring team members
- Proven experience managing the annual external audit process, including preparing audit schedules, addressing auditor queries, and ensuring timely completion.
- Strong expertise in managing the monthly year-end financial close process, including preparing and reviewing financial statements and reconciliations.
- Experience leading the preparation of first-year audits is a plus
- Experience in a high-growth technology or R&D start-up environment is a plus.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP or IFRS, internal controls, and financial reporting.
- Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools preferred.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.