Job Overview – Senior Accounting Manager:
Compensation: $150,000 – $175,000/year + bonus
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Atlantic Group is hiring a Senior Accounting Manager in Philadelphia, PA, on behalf of our client. In this role, you will oversee financial reporting, manage month-end close, and ensure compliance with GAAP, SEC, and SOX standards. You will review complex transactions, support audits, and lead an accounting team while driving process improvements and cross-functional collaboration. This opportunity is ideal for a CPA with Big 4 or public/private experience seeking a visible leadership role.
Responsibilities as the Senior Accounting Manager:
- Financial Oversight: Ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance of accounting practices across assigned business units.
- Month-End Close: Manage the general ledger, reconciliations, and close activities to deliver timely and accurate reporting.
- Regulatory Compliance: Oversee accounting policies and ensure adherence to FASB, GAAP, SEC, and SOX standards.
- Audit & Reporting: Partner with internal and external auditors, provide required documentation, and support quarterly and annual filings.
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering career growth and high performance.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement technology-driven efficiencies, policies, and controls to strengthen financial operations.
Qualifications for the Senior Accounting Manager:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required, with an MBA or Master’s in Accounting strongly preferred.
- Licensure: Active CPA license required.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in management, with Big 4 audit or a mix of public and private experience strongly preferred.
- Technical Skills: Expertise in GAAP, FASB, SEC, and SOX compliance with ability to document and resolve complex technical accounting issues.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong knowledge of internal controls, financial reporting, and audit requirements.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong leadership, analytical, and project management skills with proven success in communication and process improvements.
- Travel Requirement: Minimal travel required for manager meetings and cross-business collaboration.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.