General Accounting Manager- Hybrid
Smith Arnold Partners
Are you looking for an Accounting leadership opportunity in a growing, high-energy organization where finance and innovation intersect?
This is an opportunity to step into a visible, value-driven role within a collaborative corporate accounting function that partners closely with leadership and the business to strengthen controls, improve processes, and support continued growth. The Corporate Accounting Manager will manage the general ledger accounting and reporting for several areas of the business to ensure compliance with GAAP, corporate policies, and external audits.
What are people saying about this company?
• Great environment to work in!
• Very good pay and a healthy workspace
• Dynamic company — good vibe in the office.
Title: Corporate Accounting Manager
Location: Fairfield County, CT (Hybrid)
Salary: $120,000 – $150,000
Why This Role?
• High visibility and meaningful interaction with senior leaders
• Opportunity to influence controls and processes in a fast-evolving organization
• Collaborative culture with room to grow professionally
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and balance
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage the monthly, quarterly and annual close and reporting processes.
• Review and approve monthly journal entries and account reconciliations prepared by Accountant(s).
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for high risk, complex transactions and accounts.
• Prepare and review monthly operating results and analyze significant variances from operating plan and prior year.
• Oversee and mentor staff.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with business stakeholders at all levels to ensure all transactions are in accordance with accounting policies.
• Continuously improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the accounting and closing processes.
• Assist financial reporting team with audit requirements and compliance.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting. A Master’s Degree is a plus
• Approximately 6 to 12 years of progressive accounting experience in a large complex global organization.
• Public accounting and a CPA would be a plus
• Managerial experience of domestic and international staff.
• Process-oriented with a passion for developing best practices.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong excel, analytical, organization, time management, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive; able to function in a fast paced, dynamic environment and still pay close attention to details.
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Rich Gold
Partner, SVP Accounting / Finance Recruiter