Accounting Manager

Aston Carter•Princeton, NJ

8d•$65 - $70•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Manager oversees general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for a publicly traded medical device company. The role ensures financial records are accurate and complete and that accounting practices comply with U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, SOX requirements, and internal policies and procedures. The manager leads accounting activities including account reconciliations, financial consolidations, and preparation of supporting schedules for external reporting. The role also coordinates with external auditors, supports forecasting, and maintains a strong internal control environment. As a finance business partner, the Accounting Manager works with IT and finance teams to optimize the ERP platform and related financial systems, improve processes, strengthen controls, and drive operational efficiencies. This is a contract position based in Princeton, New Jersey, with a hybrid arrangement requiring one office day per week. Standard working hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Compensation is listed as $65.00–$70.00 per hour; the posting also includes an earlier pay-rate line of $60–$70 per hour. Benefits may be available to eligible temporary-role employees, subject to eligibility requirements and plan terms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Relevant accounting experience; experience in a publicly traded company or regulated industry is preferred.
Hands-on experience supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and general ledger accounting.
Experience preparing or supporting journal entries and account reconciliations, including month-end close activities.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
Experience with SOX compliance, internal controls, and related documentation, testing, and remediation.
Experience supporting preparation of SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K, proxy statements, and related disclosure schedules.
Proficiency with ERP platforms and financial reporting systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with financial reporting tools.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across functional teams.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical reporting deadlines.
Public accounting or public company experience.
Ability to coordinate with external auditors and respond to audit requests.
Ability to manage financial consolidations and variance analysis.
Ability to communicate close timelines and reporting expectations to cross-functional stakeholders.
Initiative and ownership, with a focus on accurate, well-documented accounting records.

Nice To Haves

CPA certification or active progress toward certification.
Experience in a publicly traded environment or other highly regulated industry.
Experience supporting SEC reporting and external financial statement preparation.
Familiarity with inventory accounting and coordination of physical inventory counts.
Experience contributing to the development and standardization of accounting policies and procedures.
Ability to identify and implement process improvements in accounting and reporting workflows.

Responsibilities

Oversee general ledger accounting, including payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and related transactions.
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely, accurate, and complete reporting.
Review account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules for compliance with internal policies and U.S. GAAP.
Coordinate financial consolidations and perform variance analyses to identify trends, unusual transactions, and potential reporting issues.
Assist with preparing and reviewing financial statements, management reporting packages, and supporting documentation.
Support preparation of SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K, proxy statements, and disclosure schedules.
Coordinate audit requests and provide supporting documentation to external auditors.
Maintain compliance with corporate accounting policies, procedures, and applicable accounting standards.
Support the design, implementation, documentation, and maintenance of internal controls over financial reporting.
Coordinate SOX compliance activities, including control documentation, testing, remediation, and follow-up on deficiencies.
Partner with process owners across Finance and other departments to strengthen internal controls and promote consistent compliance with company policies.
Maintain organized audit documentation and ensure accounting records and supporting schedules are complete and accessible.
Support inventory accounting and coordinate with operational teams during physical inventory counts as needed.
Communicate close deadlines, reporting requirements, and accounting expectations to relevant stakeholders.
Contribute to the development, standardization, and continuous improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.
Assist with forecasting and provide financial insights to support business decisions.
Collaborate with IT and finance teams to optimize the ERP platform and related financial systems for efficiency and control.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve reporting quality, and drive operational efficiencies.