Accounting Operations Manager

Marsh McLennan•Urbandale, IA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Operations Manager leads a team of professionals across levels to deliver near-term operational plans and results. This role provides leadership over team performance, contributes to talent decisions, drives process/system improvements, and partners cross-functionally to influence adoption of policies and best practices. This role is based in Urbandale, IA and follows a hybrid schedule, with an expectation to work in the office at least two days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related fields.
A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in accounting or finance
A minimum of 3 years of leadership experience

Nice To Haves

Experience with direct supervision, leadership, and mentoring of supervisors in accounting operations/finance operations or a similar environment, including setting goals and delivering near-term operational results.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex work, prioritize resources, and independently identify/resolve obstacles.
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across teams/functions.
Proven track record of driving process/system improvements and measuring impact.
Experience leading and partnering with colleagues in multiple locations.
Background in highly controlled environments including controls, compliance, and audit support.

Responsibilities

Supervise a team of professionals at all levels by providing guidance, support, and mentorship; set clear expectations and goals.
Lead, direct, and review team work to accomplish near-term operational plans and results; assign responsibilities based on skills and expertise; provide ongoing feedback.
Provide primary input into talent decisions for direct reports, including hiring, performance, promotion, and rewards recommendations.
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external customers/vendors as applicable; maintain clear, timely communication channels.
Explain organizational policies and provide guidance to ensure understanding and compliance.
Influence outside the immediate job area on policies and practices by building stakeholder networks, presenting rationale for change, and aligning cross-functional partners.
Drive improvements to processes/systems/solutions to enhance job-area performance: identify inefficiencies, design streamlining strategies, and monitor outcomes.
Solve difficult problems with broader impacts through in-depth analysis, informed decision-making, and clear communication of complex issues and solutions across levels.
Plan and establish team goals/objectives with direct impact on short-term department results; align team execution to department objectives and vision.