Manager Accounting

CoorsTek•Golden, CO

About The Position

The Manager of Accounting manages and is responsible for accounting personnel involved in financial reporting and accounting functions, including technical and operational accounting. The role requires advanced accounting knowledge and independent decision-making, with supervision and guidance generally limited to large or overly complex projects and critical issues. The manager promotes continuous improvement of accounting processes through technology, automation, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools. The position provides accounting guidance and oversees financial reporting across a multinational organization in accordance with US GAAP, applicable IFRS requirements, and company policies. It directs the preparation, consolidation, analysis, and presentation of financial information, supports technical accounting and audits, and maintains appropriate internal controls. The manager also leads the development and performance of accounting personnel and partners with other business functions on accounting matters and process improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
Active Certified Public Accountant with 5 years of related public accounting/audit experience, or at least 8 years of related experience in general ledger accounting, auditing, financial reporting, or related accounting functions, or an equivalent combination of public accounting and industry experience.
Advanced knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting, including consolidations, foreign exchange, intercompany accounting, and other complex accounting matters.
Working knowledge of IFRS.
Demonstrated ability to leverage technology, automation, data analytics, AI-enabled tools, and enterprise systems to improve accounting and financial reporting processes.
Ability to identify and implement process improvements while maintaining appropriate internal controls, documentation, and accounting judgment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Self-motivated, with strong attention to detail and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience within a complex multinational organization.

Responsibilities

Provide accounting guidance and ensure consistent preparation of internal and external financial information across a multinational organization in accordance with US GAAP, applicable IFRS requirements, and company policies.
Direct the preparation, consolidation, analysis, and presentation of financial information, including financial statements, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules; assign responsibilities and review work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Drive improvement and modernization of accounting processes through technology, automation, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools while maintaining appropriate accounting judgment, controls, and review.
Lead the performance, development, training, and mentoring of accounting personnel, including hiring, career development, and performance management.
Ensure the accounting team has the tools, processes, and resources needed to operate effectively and efficiently.
Perform technical accounting research related to new transactions, accounting guidance, and financial reporting requirements, and support implementation of conclusions, policies, and processes within assigned areas.
Support monthly consolidation activities, including eliminations, intercompany transactions, corporate adjustments, and other financial reporting matters.
Support internal and external audits, including audit readiness, preparation of supporting documentation, and timely resolution of audit requests.
Ensure appropriate internal controls are maintained to support accurate financial reporting and safeguard company assets.
Analyze general ledger and balance sheet accounts to ensure balances are appropriately supported and fairly presented.
Partner with Finance, Tax, Operations, and other business functions to provide accounting expertise and evaluate the accounting implications of business activities.
Lead and participate in special projects involving accounting, financial reporting, systems, controls, and process improvement.
Evaluate accounting workflows to reduce manual effort, improve data quality and timeliness, and strengthen controls while maintaining appropriate judgment, documentation, and review.