Corporate Accounting Manager

Vestis•Roswell, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Overview: The Corporate Accounting Manager will play a key leadership role within the Company's accounting organization, supporting a publicly traded, multi-entity enterprise with approximately $2.8B in annual revenue. This role will work closely with the Controller - Operational Accounting to oversee the monthly close process, manage quarter- and year-end SEC reporting, and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal controls. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with public company experience who can manage deadlines, develop talent, and partner cross-functionally to drive accurate and timely financial reporting. Responsibilities / Essential Functions: Financial Close & Reporting Manage and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial results. Own critical close areas and high-risk accounts rather than only reviewing. Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the accounting team. Build and maintain key rollforwards, disclosure support schedules, and tie-outs. Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and company accounting policies. Coordinate preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and related disclosures. Partner closely with the Controller - Operational Accounting to address complex accounting matters and ensure consistent application of accounting policies. Team Leadership & Development Directly manage and mentor 2-3 accounting professionals, providing guidance, performance feedback, and career development. Allocate workload, set priorities, and ensure deadlines are met during close and reporting cycles. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the accounting team. Technical Accounting & Compliance Support adoption of new accounting standards and assess impacts on financial statements and disclosures. Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting (SOX), including coordination with internal and external auditors. Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits. Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Partnership Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency, reporting accuracy, and scalability of accounting processes. Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Legal, IT, and operational finance teams on financial reporting matters. Assist with special projects as assigned, including system implementations, process automation, and integration of acquisitions. Qualifications: Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA required. 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or public company experience. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements. Prior experience managing or reviewing monthly close and external financial reporting. Proven people management experience with direct reports. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Preferred Experience supporting medium to large publicly traded organizations. Public accounting background and/or experience. Experience with Oracle ERP and related financial reporting tools, including Hyperion and Smart View. Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI. SOX compliance experience. Key Competencies Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to partner effectively with senior leadership. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Hands-on leadership style with a continuous improvement mindset. Working Environment/Safety Requirements/Physical Requirements: No special physical requirements for this position. Position is situated in an office environment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
CPA required.
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or public company experience.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
Prior experience managing or reviewing monthly close and external financial reporting.
Proven people management experience with direct reports.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting medium to large publicly traded organizations.
Public accounting background and/or experience.
Experience with Oracle ERP and related financial reporting tools, including Hyperion and Smart View.
Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI.
SOX compliance experience.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial results.
Own critical close areas and high-risk accounts rather than only reviewing.
Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the accounting team.
Build and maintain key rollforwards, disclosure support schedules, and tie-outs.
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and company accounting policies.
Coordinate preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and related disclosures.
Partner closely with the Controller - Operational Accounting to address complex accounting matters and ensure consistent application of accounting policies.
Directly manage and mentor 2-3 accounting professionals, providing guidance, performance feedback, and career development.
Allocate workload, set priorities, and ensure deadlines are met during close and reporting cycles.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the accounting team.
Support adoption of new accounting standards and assess impacts on financial statements and disclosures.
Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting (SOX), including coordination with internal and external auditors.
Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency, reporting accuracy, and scalability of accounting processes.
Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Legal, IT, and operational finance teams on financial reporting matters.
Assist with special projects as assigned, including system implementations, process automation, and integration of acquisitions.