Job Overview:
The Corporate Accounting Manager will play a crucial role in overseeing the accounting activities of our Corporate SG&A functions. This position requires a leader with a proven track record in accounting and financial management. You will be responsible for ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all accounting processes while providing valuable financial insights to support decision-making. The position reports to the Chief Accounting Officer / Corporate Controller. This role follows a hybrid work schedule, and the office is located in the northwest of the Atlanta metropolitan area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day financial operations and respective accounting for employee compensation and benefits, accounts payable, travel and entertainment, and general ledger activities for the Corporate SG&A functions.
- Leads the monthly and quarterly accounting close process, including journal entries for payroll and benefits, fixed assets and leases, intercompany and flux analyses.
- Leads and ensures compliance for account reconciliations and reporting on key accounts for the corporate accounting department.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary financial data for reporting purposes. Analyze financial data and trends to provide strategic insights into the company's financial performance.
- Supports internal and external audit requests and reviews.
- Implement and adherence to internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
- Work with the finance and accounting teams to plan, design and implement and communicate a full range of Accounting/Finance policies and activities.
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field of study.
- CPA, required
- Combo Big 4/regional audit firm + industry experience preferred
- Minimum of 5+ years in accounting, auditing or related experience
Knowledge, Skills & Capabilities:
- Strong oral, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
- Self-motivated team player with the ability to proactively problem-solve, identify, advocate for, and execute improvements.
- Strong staff mentoring/leadership experience and leading through periods of growth, change and transformation
- Attention to detail and desire to have accurate, timely and meaningful reporting
- Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced and changing environment
- Proficiency in Excel
- Experience in ERP and consolidation tools, Microsoft Dynamics SL and Oracle is a plus