Accounting Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join a hybrid team in Brentwood, Tennessee on an interim/contract basis. This role will provide leadership across core accounting operations, supporting month-end close, financial reporting, and process improvements in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical foundation, proven leadership experience, and the ability to operate both strategically and hands-on when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, account reconciliations, and close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage the month-end and period-end close process, including review of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Oversee revenue-related accounting, including recognition, deferrals, and related adjustments, ensuring alignment with applicable accounting standards.
• Partner cross-functionally with finance, operations, and business teams to ensure accurate financial data and support business initiatives.
• Review and analyze financial results, identifying trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improved reporting and decision-making.
• Evaluate existing accounting processes and internal controls, recommending and implementing improvements to drive efficiency and reduce risk.
• Provide guidance and oversight to accounting staff, assisting with problem resolution, prioritization of work, and overall team performance.
• Support audit activities by preparing schedules, responding to requests, and maintaining organized documentation.
• Assist with system utilization and optimization, including identifying ways to leverage ERP functionality to streamline accounting workflows.
• Prepare internal reporting and support ad hoc analysis as needed by leadership.