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Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

CompanyStrata Decision Technology
LocationChicago, IL, USA, St. Louis, MO, USA
Salary$101000 – $130000
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • CPA highly preferred
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role
  • Strong understanding of GAAP
  • Proven track record of managing month-end close processes and meeting tight deadlines
  • Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and analytical reviews
  • Familiarity with internal controls and audit processes
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite or similar ERP systems) and AP automation tools
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities

Responsibilities

  • Build, develop, and grow a team of accounting professionals.
  • Provide guidance, coaching, and set performance goals to foster professional growth and ensure team accountability.
  • Ensure tight close deadlines are consistently met while maintaining the completeness, existence, and accuracy of key account areas.
  • Review account reconciliations and approve journal entries (JEs) for various accounts.
  • Perform analytical reviews of financial results during the month-end close, identifying and explaining fluctuations to support informed decision-making.
  • Compile and prepare supplemental data for the year-end 10-K filing.
  • Ensure compliance with internal control policies and procedures, including the review and approval of vendor setup and changes to the vendor master file.
  • Manage and respond to internal and external audit requests, ensuring all documentation and explanations are provided in a timely and organized manner.
  • Lead the implementation of an AP automation workflow approval system to streamline the invoice-to-pay process, increasing efficiency and reducing manual errors.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve operational efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a SaaS or technology company preferred