Accounting Manager

TENEX.AI • Overland Park, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

TENEX is seeking an Accounting Manager to manage the day-to-day accounting functions as the company scales. This is a foundational role as the first dedicated accounting hire, responsible for the close process, ensuring book integrity, and establishing controls and processes for future growth. Reporting to the Director of Finance/Operations, this individual will be a hands-on operator and partner across the business, managing month-end close, AP/AR, cash management, technical accounting, and audit preparation. A key aspect of this role will be establishing scalable accounting processes from scratch. Initially an individual contributor, this role is expected to grow into a team leadership position. The ideal candidate is excited about building an accounting function at a fast-scaling, AI-native company.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting or a related role, with significant time in SaaS, technology, or high-growth environments preferred
• Proven experience owning the full month-end close process and general ledger in a high-growth company
• Deep understanding of US GAAP, with hands-on experience applying ASC 606 to complex contracts
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based accounting platforms and modern ERPs (e.g., Quickbooks, Rillet, NetSuite, or equivalent)
• Salesforce experience preferred, particularly for deal processing workflows
• Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; comfortable working with large data sets and building reusable reporting
• Experience with AP/AR automation, payroll platforms, and cash management
• Self-starter who operates at both a strategic and hands-on level, with the drive to take initiatives from concept through execution
• Clear and confident communicator, able to translate accounting concepts into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders
• Naturally curious, highly collaborative, and comfortable operating in a fast-changing environment

Nice To Haves

• Salesforce experience preferred, particularly for deal processing workflows

Responsibilities

• Own and continuously improve the monthly and quarterly close process, including timelines, checklists, and reviewer cadence
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, prepaid amortization, depreciation, and other recurring close activities
• Manage the general ledger, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely reconciliation of all accounts
• Maintain and refine the chart of accounts to support scalable, audit-ready reporting
• Partner with FP&A to ensure alignment between accounting outputs and management reporting
• Own revenue recognition under ASC 606, including review of customer contracts and accounting for multi-year and service components
• Manage the order-to-cash cycle, including invoicing, billings, collections, aging management, and revenue reporting
• Build and maintain Salesforce-to-ERP workflows to streamline deal processing and bookings reporting
• Own accounts payable, including vendor onboarding, bill approval workflows, payments, and 1099 reporting
• Oversee treasury and cash management, including daily cash position, bank reconciliations, and cash forecasting in partnership with FP&A
• Manage sales and use tax compliance across applicable jurisdictions
• Lead preparation and execution of the annual financial statement audit
• Research and document technical accounting positions, including memos for revenue recognition, sales tax, and other complex transactions
• Establish and maintain internal controls and accounting policies to support a scalable, audit-ready environment
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal and state tax requirements, and other applicable regulations
• Drive automation and AI-enabled workflows across accounting to improve efficiency, accuracy, and insight generation
• Establish best-in-class accounting processes, tools, and documentation to support a scaling organization
• Build and lead the accounting team over time, including hiring, mentoring, and developing team members
• Continuously improve financial infrastructure to support audit, fundraising, and ongoing business growth

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A culture of growth and development, with room to expand your scope as the company scales

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level