Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Manager – Corporate Accounting to contribute their expertise to our Finance team. This position will be based in South San Francisco, California, reporting to the Assistant Controller. This is a hands-on position that will be responsible for maintaining the company’s internal financial statements and monthly financial close process. The Sr Manager Corporate Accounting is responsible for the accounting and consolidation of multiple legal entities. This position will collaborate with the Company’s subsidiaries to ensure proper consolidation and will partner internally to ensure the financial close is completed timely, while seeking out opportunities for efficiency. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP, a proven ability to scale accounting operations, and the determination to lead the department through growth and continuous improvement.
Position is Hybrid - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday in Office.
How You’ll Contribute
Manage a high performing team that focuses principally on:
- The monthly/quarterly financial close process and reconciliations
- The account reconciliation process, safeguarding the integrity of our significant accounts that support our financial records and controls
- Consolidation of the monthly financial statements and internal reporting
- Ownership of the monthly close calendar, while proactively collaborating cross functionally to drive efficiency in the close process
Responsible for the monthly consolidation of multiple business units and delivering the internal monthly close package while ensuring close targets are adhered to and efficiencies are gained
Manage the month end close process, with key areas of responsibility including cash, investments, payroll, fixed assets, prepaids, and intercompany
Govern the chart of accounts and support strategic initiatives by establishing the proper general ledger structure and controls for investments in new products and services
Ensure proper oversight of how the general ledger calculates foreign currency transactions to ensure correct recognition in both functional and reporting ledgers
Leverage SAP expertise to optimize financial processes, reporting, and system integrations.
Collaborate with IT on all matters impacting the Company’s general ledger and control environment
Support the annual audit and tax compliance
Develop scalable internal controls within the accounting function and intersections across the organization
Foster a control environment that rewards integrity and objectivity while ensuring all related internal controls are consistently adhered to and executed timely with precision
Drive process improvement in all aspects of accounting and across business units for efficiency and scalability
Implement new and improved accounting systems and software that will create more automation and efficiency of work
Work closely with the Finance team on monthly financial analysis and insights
Support the SEC reporting process to drive continuous improvement in the quality and timeliness of the Company’s external reporting
Train and develop current and future employees to enhance their professional development and enrich the work environment
Support special projects as necessary
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
- 10+ years of experience in an accounting role, mix of public accounting and industry experience preferred
- 5+ years of experience managing a team
- Extensive knowledge of consolidation accounting
- Advanced proficiency in SAP (required), with hands-on experience in GL, reporting, and financial consolidations.
- Extensive and demonstrated knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 830 – Foreign Currency Matters
- Proficiency in data analysis that supports compiling impactful analytics and presentations
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proficient computer skills, including an ability to leverage software packages
- Ability to apply accounting theory to accounting practice
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse group with cross functional teams
- Ability to proactively identify potential challenges and offer solutions
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
- A growth mindset, with a track record of improving processes, scaling teams, and driving long-term departmental success.
The base cash compensation for this California-based role is below. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for bonus, equity, and a generous benefits package. Final compensation amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate skill, experience, expertise, and location and may vary from the amount listed above. Compensation may be different in other locations.
San Francisco Bay Area Pay Range
$180,000—$217,000 USD
