Corporate Accounting Manager
Artera

Description

Job Overview:

The Corporate Accounting Manager will play a crucial role in overseeing the accounting activities of our Corporate SG&A functions. This position requires a leader with a proven track record in accounting and financial management. You will be responsible for ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all accounting processes while providing valuable financial insights to support decision-making. The position reports to the Chief Accounting Officer / Corporate Controller. This role follows a hybrid work schedule, and the office is located in the northwest of the Atlanta metropolitan area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day financial operations and respective accounting for employee compensation and benefits, accounts payable, travel and entertainment, and general ledger activities for the Corporate SG&A functions.
• Leads the monthly and quarterly accounting close process, including journal entries for payroll and benefits, fixed assets and leases, intercompany and flux analyses.
• Leads and ensures compliance for account reconciliations and reporting on key accounts for the corporate accounting department.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary financial data for reporting purposes. Analyze financial data and trends to provide strategic insights into the company's financial performance.
• Supports internal and external audit requests and reviews.
• Implement and adherence to internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Work with the finance and accounting teams to plan, design and implement and communicate a full range of Accounting/Finance policies and activities.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field of study.

• CPA, required
• Combo Big 4/regional audit firm + industry experience preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years in accounting, auditing or related experience

Knowledge, Skills & Capabilities:

• Strong oral, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to proactively problem-solve, identify, advocate for, and execute improvements.
• Strong staff mentoring/leadership experience and leading through periods of growth, change and transformation
• Attention to detail and desire to have accurate, timely and meaningful reporting
• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Proficiency in Excel
• Experience in ERP and consolidation tools, Microsoft Dynamics SL and Oracle is a plus

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