Accounting Manager

Akam Associates Inc. • New York, NY

9h

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounting Manager to join our Corporate Finance team. This pivotal role focuses on managing the internal books and records of the company. The successful candidate will help lead the monthly close process, ensure the integrity of financial data, and serve as a key collaborator for senior leadership during audits and strategic projects. We will prioritize candidates with a strong foundation of accounting knowledge, leadership potential, and a proven track record of success.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Intermediate proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Experience with corporate accounting software.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while balancing multiple responsibilities.
• Detail oriented.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to "tell the story" behind the numbers.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with department heads and executive leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Background in real estate, property management, or hospitality.
• CPA or MBA.
• Experience with NetSuite and/or Solution7.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and streamline the full-cycle monthly accounting close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and approve all corporate journal entries, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to GAAP.
• Lead the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage the preparation and review of comprehensive balance sheet workbooks and bank reconciliations.
• Collaborate with HR/Payroll to ensure all payroll-related entries are complete, accurate, and reconciled against the general ledger.
• Provide high-level support to the VP of Finance and Sr. Director of Finance during the annual year-end audit, including the preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Maintain and improve internal accounting controls and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Lead and support ad-hoc financial analysis, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives.

What This Job Offers

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