Job Overview – Senior Accounting Manager:
Compensation: $125,000 – $130,000/year + bonus
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Atlantic Group is hiring a Senior Accounting Manager with our client in Philadelphia, PA. In this hybrid role, you will develop and communicate accounting policies, review contracts for technical accounting considerations, and research emerging accounting guidance. You will lead risk assessments, strengthen internal controls, and provide training while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with external auditors.
Responsibilities as the Senior Accounting Manager:
- Technical Accounting: Advise business units and auditors on technical matters while developing accounting policies in compliance with GAAP.
- Contract & Standards Review: Analyze contracts for accounting issues and monitor new guidance from FASB, EITF, SEC, and PCAOB.
- Internal Controls: Lead the design, implementation, and testing of internal controls, ensuring proper documentation and remediation.
- Risk Assessment: Conduct walkthroughs, inquiries, and data analysis to evaluate risks and control effectiveness.
- Training & Communication: Deliver presentations and training on new standards, providing clear updates to leadership and staff.
- Reporting & Improvement: Present findings to management and recommend process enhancements to strengthen compliance frameworks.
Qualifications for the Senior Accounting Manager:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
- Certification: CPA required.
- Experience: 6+ years in public accounting or corporate accounting policy with expertise in technical accounting, SOX compliance, and internal controls.
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SOX, SEC guidance, and the COSO framework, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong communicator with analytical and detail-oriented skills, able to manage multiple priorities and mentor team members effectively.
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.