Accounting Manager
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Robert Half
Encinitas, CA (In Person)
Full-Time
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We're looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead our accounting operations and drive continuous improvement across financial reporting, internal controls, and team development. Reporting directly to the Controller, you'll oversee the day-to-day activities of the accounting team while serving as a key contributor to strategic finance initiatives, system implementations, and cross-functional projects.
This is a highly visible leadership role with significant ownership and autonomy. You'll be responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, the effectiveness of our control environment, and the professional growth of your direct reports. The ideal candidate combines technical accounting expertise with strong leadership skills, operational mindset, and a genuine passion for building efficient, scalable processes.
What You'll DoFinancial Reporting and Close ManagementOwn the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, establishing and maintaining close calendars, checklists, and accountability frameworks to ensure timely and accurate completionReview and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by team members, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policiesPrepare and analyze consolidated financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and supporting footnotesDevelop and present monthly financial reporting packages to leadership, including variance analyses, key metrics, and narrative explanations of significant itemsCoordinate with external auditors during interim and year-end audits, managing PBC requests, facilitating walkthroughs, and resolving audit inquiries efficientlyEnsure accurate and timely completion of technical accounting analyses for complex transactions, including lease accounting under ASC 842, revenue recognition under ASC 606, and business combinations under ASC 805Team Leadership and DevelopmentManage, mentor, and develop a team of three to five accountants, including performance management, goal setting, training, and career development planningConduct regular one-on-ones and team meetings to ensure alignment on priorities, address challenges, and foster open communicationRecruit, onboard, and train new team members as the organization grows, ensuring effective knowledge transfer and cultural integrationCreate a positive, collaborative team environment that encourages professional growth, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvementDelegate work effectively based on team members' strengths, development goals, and workload capacity, balancing challenge with support
This is a highly visible leadership role with significant ownership and autonomy. You'll be responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, the effectiveness of our control environment, and the professional growth of your direct reports. The ideal candidate combines technical accounting expertise with strong leadership skills, operational mindset, and a genuine passion for building efficient, scalable processes.
What You'll DoFinancial Reporting and Close ManagementOwn the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, establishing and maintaining close calendars, checklists, and accountability frameworks to ensure timely and accurate completionReview and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by team members, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policiesPrepare and analyze consolidated financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and supporting footnotesDevelop and present monthly financial reporting packages to leadership, including variance analyses, key metrics, and narrative explanations of significant itemsCoordinate with external auditors during interim and year-end audits, managing PBC requests, facilitating walkthroughs, and resolving audit inquiries efficientlyEnsure accurate and timely completion of technical accounting analyses for complex transactions, including lease accounting under ASC 842, revenue recognition under ASC 606, and business combinations under ASC 805Team Leadership and DevelopmentManage, mentor, and develop a team of three to five accountants, including performance management, goal setting, training, and career development planningConduct regular one-on-ones and team meetings to ensure alignment on priorities, address challenges, and foster open communicationRecruit, onboard, and train new team members as the organization grows, ensuring effective knowledge transfer and cultural integrationCreate a positive, collaborative team environment that encourages professional growth, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvementDelegate work effectively based on team members' strengths, development goals, and workload capacity, balancing challenge with support
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