Accounting Manager

Client: Fintech/SaaS Organization Role: Accounting Manager Salary: $150,000 - $180,000/annually + Equity

Location: Midtown, Manhattan - *5 days a week onsite*

Job Description:

Core Accounting & Financial Operations

• Day-to-Day Accounting: Own all end-to-end accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and expense management.
• Close Management: Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure the delivery of timely, accurate financial statements.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare comprehensive balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements while maintaining immaculate financial records.
• Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to GAAP and relevant regulatory accounting standards.

Financial Infrastructure & Process Development

• Process & Controls: Establish and refine scalable accounting workflows, internal controls, and corporate financial policies tailored for a high-growth startup environment.
• Systems Optimization: Implement, configure, and maintain accounting systems, tech stacks, and automated workflows to streamline operations and reporting.
• FP&A Support: Partner on budgeting and forecasting initiatives by delivering clean financial data and actionable quantitative insights.
• Variance & Metric Tracking: Monitor key financial metrics and perform variance analyses to assist executive leadership in evaluating company performance.

Cross-Functional Support & External Coordination

• Strategic Business Partnering: Collaborate closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to align financial operations with broader business objectives.
• External Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships and coordinate deliverables with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies for seamless filings, audits, and compliance.

What You’ll Need Required

• Experience: 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Certification: Active CPA or equivalent professional certification.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep expertise in GAAP, compliance, and financial reporting standards.
• Systems Proficiency: Hands-on experience with modern accounting software and ERPs.
• Analytical Skills: Advanced Excel capabilities and strong financial analysis capabilities.

Bonus Points

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Background: Public accounting or Big 4 experience.
• Startup Track Record: Experience scaling operations within high-growth or venture-backed startups.
• Domain Expertise: Prior experience in the B2B SaaS or AI industries.

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