Senior Manager-Accounting

About Atrium:

Client Overview:

Our client, a global financial services organization, is seeking a Senior Manager – Accounting to oversee accounting operations, financial systems governance, and process improvement initiatives within a complex, highly regulated environment. This role will play a key part in driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic transformation initiatives.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$155k – $165k + Bonus 

Position Overview:

Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Senior Manager – Accounting is responsible for overseeing operational accounting functions, including general accounting, accounting systems, reconciliations, and transactional accounting processes. The position will serve as a key business owner for SAP and support strategic initiatives related to system enhancements, process optimization, and financial reporting compliance. This leader will also drive continuous improvement efforts while managing and developing a high-performing team.

Responsibilities  of the  Senior Manager – Accounting:

• Lead operational accounting functions, including general accounting, reconciliations, and accounting systems.
• Oversee transactional accounting processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Serve as business owner for SAP and support system upgrades, enhancements, and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Act as a subject matter expert for technical accounting matters and accounting policy implementation.
• Drive process improvement, automation, and AI-enabled efficiencies across accounting operations.
• Manage operational KPIs, issue resolution, and process optimization initiatives.
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, IT, Operations, and Compliance teams.
• Support internal and external audit activities and related documentation requests.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Accounting and Operational teams.

Required Experience/Skills for the Senior Manager – Accounting:

• 8+ years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial reporting, or internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, including IFRS 9.
• Hands-on experience with SAP and advanced Excel capabilities.
• Experience managing accounting operations and financial systems in a complex environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage organizational change.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Senior Manager – Accounting:

• Experience within financial services or highly regulated industries.
• Public accounting or a large CPA firm background preferred.
• Experience leveraging AI and automation within finance and accounting operations.
• Prior leadership experience supporting overseas or global teams.
• Experience with system implementations or large-scale transformation initiatives.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• A CPA is required.
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off. 

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