Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting

Align Technology, Inc.

Tempe, AZ

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Best Practices, Business Support, Calendar Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Data Migration, Data Quality, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Fixed Assets, Flux Analysis, Foreign Exchange (FX), General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Identify Issues, Information Systems/Technology IS/IT Administration, International Business, Maintain Compliance, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Reconciliation, SAP, SEC Filings, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Accounting, Technical Research, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Scripts, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Tempe, AZ
POSTED
5 days ago

The Sr. Manager, Corporate Accounting is responsible for overseeing all aspects of General Ledger accounting including the review of balance sheet accounts and account reconciliations. This role provides corporate-level oversight of accounting operations, ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP, and supports global accounting processes. This position manages U.S. based accounting staff and reports to the Director of Accounting.

Role expectations

• Lead and coordinate global month-end close activities to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with U.S. GAAP 

• Supervise core general ledger functions, including fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and selected cash receipts accounting 

• Maintain and manage module closings within SAP and related systems 

• Establish and administer the corporate close calendar, ensuring adherence to deadlines and alignment across global entities 

• Serve as a key liaison between corporate and international accounting teams 

• Oversee monthly foreign currency rate setup within SAP 

• Manage and develop U.S. accounting staff while supporting global business partners 

• Identify accounting issues, research technical matters, and drive timely resolution Partner with IT to troubleshoot and resolve system-related issues 

• Review and approve account reconciliations for assigned areas 

• Deliver global training on reconciliation processes and general accounting best practices 

• Support the development, implementation, and enforcement of global accounting policies in compliance with U.S. GAAP 

• Coordinate quarterly and annual audit activities, including preparation of consolidated balance sheet flux analysis 

• Support SEC reporting through preparation of schedules and analytical review 

• Serve as the BlackLine system administrator, including oversight of data loads, calendar management, and system maintenance 

• Support ERP initiatives, including new entity setups, test script development, validation of results, and data migration

What were looking for

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)

• Certification: CPA preferred

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including international accounting 

• 3+ years supporting internal and external reporting

• Experience as a SOX process owner4+ years of people management experience

Skills and Competencies: 

• Strong technical accounting knowledge under U.S. GAAP

• Deep understanding of general accounting operations and financial reporting processes

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Strong financial analysis skills

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to work with management and cross-functional groups

• Teamwork: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment

Complementary skills:

• Advanced Excel proficiency

• Experience with SAP/S4 HANA or other large ERP system

• Experience with BlackLine or similar reconciliation tools

About the Company

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Align Technology, Inc.