Manager, Accounting

Directs work of staff through effective delegation, serving as subject matter expert on multiple and complex business activities. Demonstrates perspective and critical thinking that is cross-functional, extending beyond immediate area of responsibility. Able to get to the heart of an issue and formulate solutions, leveraging technical expertise. Challenges the status quo by evaluating situations from multiple facets. Manages staff training, development, and performance in area of responsibility.  

Develops relationships, expanding leadership influence to accomplish results through others. Responsible for the design and operating effectiveness of the control environment within the area of responsibility. Applies judgement for the appropriate application of Corporate Policy, GAAP, Regulation, or established framework. Interacts effectively with senior management as well as external parties, including auditors. Demonstrates accountability and leadership in the advancement of priorities, independent of management oversight. Promotes a risk-aware culture, ensures efficient and effective risk and compliance management practices by adhering to required standards and processes. Develops and coaches' teams to be able to identify, manage, and escalate risk, and effectively manages risk within the teams you oversee. 

• Manages a team responsible for the completion of accounting control activities, such as account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close. Routinely reviews and approves work of all staff members, ensuring all accounting responsibilities are completed timely, accurately, and with documentation to support. 

• Leads cross-functional teams to support the advancement of new business initiatives and/or resolution of production events impacting the business. As relevant, ensures all new initiatives contain adequate accounting requirements and are tested successfully to ensure no interruption to financial reporting. 

• Demonstrates subject matter expertise within areas of responsibility. Routinely fields request from staff and business partners regarding accounting subjects. Provides ongoing accounting leadership to support business partners throughout the company.  

• Represents team responsibilities during month-end and quarter-end financial close. Ensures timely and accurate financial reporting is provided for all areas assigned. 

• Oversees efforts relating to financial reporting, internal and external audits, and compliance. Ensures documentation provided is accurate and all reviews are performed successfully without evidence of control gaps within span of control.  

• Manages workload and resource allocation against team objectives by providing clear direction to staff and Senior Manager or Director. Provides ongoing training and development to staff. Routinely engages with staff via regular meetings and informal discussions. Provides performance feedback and career support to direct reports. 

• Continually seeks efficiency and control improvements to further capabilities of the team. Leverages internal capabilities and external resources as needed to independently pursue opportunities to strengthen the team. 

At a minimum, here’s what we need from you: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance 

• 6+ years of experience in Accounting or Finance 

Preferred Qualifications 

If we had our say, we’d also look for: 

• Master's Degree in MBA or Accounting 

• 8+ years of experience in Direct Banking or Payment Services 

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) 

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