Corporate Accounting Manager

Stable, global organization with a local presence on the east side of Rochester. The Corporate Accounting Manager will lead the financial close process for a multi-entity organization. Based on their growth trajectory, there's ample opportunity to advance and evolve as a professional long-term. Hybrid flexibility after some initial onsite training and acclimation.

Open to individuals coming right out of public accounting, too!

Core Accounting & Reporting Responsibilities:

• Oversee the monthly and quarterly corporate close and consolidation process, including multi-entity consolidations, intercompany eliminations, consolidation entries, account reconciliations, and journal entries.

• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings, earnings releases, and accompanying financial statement disclosures.

• Drive compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies, ensuring consistency across all entities, including newly acquired or transforming businesses.

Technical Accounting & Compliance:

• Lead technical accounting matters such as stock-based compensation, lease accounting, and the implementation of new accounting standards.

• Support internal control over financial reporting (ICFR), including SOX 404 compliance, while proactively identifying and implementing control enhancements.

• Evaluate and standardize accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls across business units to promote operational efficiency and compliance.

Audit & Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, managing audit timelines, coordinating requests, and preparing supporting documentation for quarterly reviews and year-end audits.

• Partner cross-functionally with teams across the organization to ensure the completeness and accuracy of consolidated financial reporting.

Systems, Process Improvement & Strategic Projects:

• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives to accelerate the close process, enhance accuracy, and increase automation through effective use of ERP and consolidation systems.

• Provide ad hoc support on special projects, including business acquisitions and other strategic initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• Graduate degree in accounting, finance, or business administration is a plus
• Active CPA license is strongly preferred

• 5+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
• While a combination of public accounting and industry experience is preferred, open to candidates with only public accounting or industry experience as well