Senior Manager of Accounting

Location: Calhoun, GA
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Accounting to lead accounting operations, oversee financial reporting, and ensure compliance with established accounting standards and regulatory requirements. This individual will play a critical role in managing the month-end and year-end close processes, maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, and supporting strategic initiatives including mergers and acquisitions, system implementations, and process improvements.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical accounting expertise, proven management experience, and the ability to drive operational efficiency while developing and leading a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, financial reporting, and review of accounting activities.

• Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for assigned accounting areas, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP, IAS, and SEC reporting requirements.

• Review and analyze financial data, investigate variances and fluctuations, and document findings to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Support the preparation of SEC filings, financial statement footnotes, and annual shareholder reporting.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, company policies, and applicable accounting standards.

• Coordinate quarterly and annual audits while serving as a primary liaison for internal and external auditors.

• Lead and support mergers and acquisitions, accounting system implementations, conversions, and upgrades.

• Develop and maintain accounting processes, procedures, and documentation to support efficient integration and accurate financial reporting.

• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, strengthen internal controls, and improve departmental efficiency.

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members while managing workload distribution, performance, and professional development.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance and other departments to support organizational objectives.

• Perform additional accounting and financial responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience.

• 3–5 years of accounting management or leadership experience.

• CPA certification preferred.

• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, IAS, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.

• Experience with ERP and accounting systems such as SAP, JD Edwards (JDE), Recon-net, and Microsoft Office.

• Experience with financial reporting, general ledger management, reconciliations, and complex accounting operations.

• Prior experience supporting audits, acquisitions, mergers, or accounting system implementations preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, team management, and employee development capabilities.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial reporting skills.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage multiple projects and deadlines.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential financial information.

• Adaptability, sound judgment, and resourcefulness in a dynamic environment.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.