Senior Accounting Manager
vaco by highspringSan Diego, CA
$170,000-$185,000
APPLYSenior Accounting Manager
vaco by highspringSan Diego, CAManager L7
$170,000-$185,000
Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)Other Accounting ServicesOffices of Certified Public Accountants
APPLY NOWTitle: Senior Accounting Manager
Company: Technology / SaaSCompensation: $170,000-$185,000 + Bonus + Equity
Location: San Diego, CA - Hybrid (3 days onsite)
Position Overview:
Our client is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to join its corporate accounting organization and lead a team responsible for accounting and operational activities related to general liabilities, including AP accruals, contingencies, vendor rebates, and debt. This is a highly visible leadership role requiring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to influence cross-functionally. The successful candidate will drive accurate and efficient accounting processes, develop team talent, and lead initiatives to improve systems, controls, and automation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
- Oversee accounting for general liabilities, including AP accruals, contingencies, vendor rebates, debt, and purchase-order accruals
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Lead, develop, and mentor accounting professionals while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Partner with Accounting, Finance, and business leaders to resolve complex accounting and operational issues
- Research and interpret evolving U.S. GAAP, FASB, and SEC guidance and incorporate relevant changes into accounting policies and processes
- Apply strong professional judgment and skepticism when evaluating accounting matters and financial risks
- Identify opportunities to streamline and automate close, reconciliation, reporting, and other accounting processes
- Leverage AI and automation to improve efficiency, accuracy, scalability, and risk management
- Assess the accounting and operational impact of new systems, processes, and business initiatives
- Establish and maintain effective internal controls and accounting procedures
- Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects and process improvement initiatives
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 8+ years of post-graduate accounting experienceCPA preferred; MBA a plus
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, accrual accounting, and internal controls
- Proven experience managing and developing accounting teams
- Strong understanding of end-to-end accounting processes and financial systems
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver against tight deadlines
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and risk assessment skills
- Ability to influence and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, multi-business-unit environment
- Experience using AI and automation to improve accounting processes and reporting
Additional Preferred Experience:
- Software or SaaS industry experience
- Public company accounting or audit experience
- Experience with enterprise financial systems and system implementations
- Oracle R12BlackLineCoupaKyribaAI-enabled accounting or finance applications
- Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Senior leadership role within a sophisticated corporate accounting organization
- Significant exposure to executive-level stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- Opportunity to lead process improvement, automation, and AI initiatives
- Strong compensation package including bonus and equity
- Hybrid schedule with three days onsite in San Diego
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Level
Manager L7
Salary
$170,000-$185,000
Location
San Diego, CA
Occupation
Accountants and Auditors
Industry
Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)
Posted
9 days ago