Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager 14064 1615 West Chester Pike, Suite 200, West Chester, PA, United States, 19382 Home Office Full Time Add to favorites View favorites Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school. The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula. Accounting Manager (CPA, Month-End Close, Multi-Unit Operations) - Spring Education Group What We Offer

• Employee referral bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
• Opportunity to lead core accounting operations within a growing national organization About the Role Spring Education Group is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead key general ledger and close activities in support of accurate and timely financial reporting across a multi-site organization.

This role is responsible for overseeing core accounting functions including revenue recognition, lease accounting, payroll accounting, and cash management, while ensuring strong internal controls and process consistency. As a leader within the Accounting team, you will manage month-end close, partner cross-functionally to resolve discrepancies, and drive continuous process improvements. This role requires strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capability, and experience operating in a multi-unit environment.

• This is a hybrid position requiring three days per week in the office and two days remote
• Key Responsibilities Accounting Operations & Financial Close
• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
• Prepare and review journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
• Oversee accounting processes related to revenue, lease, payroll, and cash
• Analyze account fluctuations and variances, providing insights to leadership
• Partner with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and improve financial accuracy Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Support internal reporting through preparation of analyses and variance explanations
• Assist with budgeting processes in assigned areas
• Prepare reports and presentations to support business decision-making Process Improvement & Internal Controls
• Leverage AI-driven tools and automation to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting processes and reporting
• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and system enhancements
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards Audit & Compliance
• Support external audit processes by preparing documentation and responding to auditor requests
• Partner with third-party tax providers to ensure timely and accurate filings Team Leadership & Development
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team environment
• Provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and support to drive team effectiveness What We're Looking For Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Active CPA license required
• 5-7+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting processes
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel Preferred Qualifications
• Public accounting audit experience
• Experience in a multi-unit or multi-location environment
• Experience with NetSuite, Blackline, or similar ERP systems Key Skills & Attributes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner across all levels of the organization
• High level of integrity, accountability, and ownership of work
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively "Company") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.