Manager, Accounting

AAA Mid-Atlantic•Worthington, OH

3d•$69,370 - $114,373•Hybrid

About The Position

AAA Club Alliance is hiring for an Accounting Manager to join our team! What We Offer: As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a total rewards package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our package includes: Competitive annual salary; the starting base compensation for this position is: $69,370-114,373 Annual Bonus + Annual Merit Increase Eligibility Hybrid schedule (3 days on-site weekly) Comprehensive health benefits package 3+ weeks of paid time off accrued during your first year 401(K) plan with company match up to 7% Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement Paid time off to volunteer & company-sponsored volunteer events throughout the year Other benefits include a free AAA Premier Membership, Health & Wellness Program, Health Concierge Service, Life Insurance and Short Term/Long Term Disability The base pay range shown is a guideline for compensation and ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location. Primary Responsibilities: Financial Reporting and Close Oversight: Oversee Club and subsidiary financial accounting operations, including preparation of standalone and consolidated financial statements in a complex multi-entity environment. Ensure timely, accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Principles and Practices (GAAP) Responsible for the integrity of the general ledger and financial results reporting. Oversee preparation of annual audited financial statements and related financial statement footnotes and disclosures; supervise preparation of Pension and Retirement Plan financial statements and related regulatory filings; oversee development of cash flow reporting, including operating, investing, and financing activities. Technical Accounting and Policy Leadership: Serve as the primary technical accounting authority for the organization, providing leadership on the interpretation and application of U.S. GAAP, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) standards, and emerging accounting guidance. Research, document, and implement accounting policies for complex or non-routine transactions, including preparation of technical accounting memoranda. Lead accounting assessments for new accounting standards, acquisitions, system changes, and business initiatives; advise Finance leadership on accounting implications of strategic decisions and transactions. Investment Accounting and Lease Accounting Oversight: Provide direct oversight of Investment Accounting, including joint ventures, partnerships, and equity method investments. Ensure accurate accounting for investment earnings, distributions, impairments, and related disclosures. Oversee accounting for investment-related cash flows and balance sheet activity. Provide direct oversight of Lease Accounting under ASC 842, including lease classification, measurement, modifications, remeasurements, and disclosure requirements; ensure ongoing compliance with lease accounting standards and internal policies. Financial Analysis, Performance Reporting and Board Support: Lead analysis of monthly Club and subsidiary financial performance, key metrics, and variances; partner with business line leaders and senior management to interpret results, explain drivers of performance, and identify risks and opportunities. Maintain lead responsibility for the development of financial and accounting presentations for the Board’s Finance Committee and Board of Directors. Provide financial insight and technical accounting perspectives to executive leadership as part of enterprise decision-making. Audit, Controls and Risk Management: Act as the primary accounting liaison with external auditors on financial reporting and technical accounting matters; coordinate audit activities, respond to audit inquiries, and resolve audit findings. Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting within the Controllers organization. Serve as a subject matter expert on financial controls, risk mitigation, and safeguarding of company assets, including coordination with external partners. Finance Transformation, Systems and Automation Maintain a dotted-line reporting relationship to the VP of Finance to support Finance Transformation initiatives. Evaluate and enhance Workday Financial Management and related systems to increase automation and reduce manual accounting processes. Partner with Directors of Accounting and Finance leadership to redesign accounting processes related to close, equity method accounting, allocations, reconciliations, and reporting. Support the implementation of standardized AI-enabled agents and tools at the transactional level to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting operations. Leadership, Talent Development and Collaboration Lead, supervise, and develop accounting staff, ensuring appropriate technical skills, capacity, and succession planning. Recruit, coach, and mentor team members to build strong technical accounting and analytical capabilities. Promote effective collaboration across Finance, business line leaders and external vendors. Support integration and change management efforts related to Financial Operations and enterprise initiatives. Leadership, Talent Development and Collaboration Lead, supervise, and develop accounting staff, ensuring appropriate technical skills, capacity, and succession planning. Recruit, coach, and mentor team members to build strong technical accounting and analytical capabilities. Promote effective collaboration across Finance, business line leaders and external vendors. Support integration and change management efforts related to Financial Operations and enterprise initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience; CPA required, or strongly preferred.
Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience in a complex, automated financial systems environment, with demonstrated expertise in U.S. GAAP and technical accounting.
Demonstrated experience with complex accounting areas such as investment accounting, equity method accounting, lease accounting, consolidations, and financial statement disclosures.
Prior supervisory or managerial experience required
Advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP, FASB guidance, and technical accounting research and application.
Strong understanding of internal controls, financial reporting risk, and audit requirements.
Proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools, including advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems such as Workday Financial Management strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects, manage competing priorities, and oversee team workload distribution.
Ability to communicate complex accounting concepts clearly to senior management and non-finance stakeholders.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills with a continuous improvement mindset.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Close Oversight
Technical Accounting and Policy Leadership
Investment Accounting and Lease Accounting Oversight
Financial Analysis, Performance Reporting and Board Support
Audit, Controls and Risk Management
Finance Transformation, Systems and Automation
Leadership, Talent Development and Collaboration
Lead, supervise, and develop accounting staff, ensuring appropriate technical skills, capacity, and succession planning.
Recruit, coach, and mentor team members to build strong technical accounting and analytical capabilities.
Promote effective collaboration across Finance, business line leaders and external vendors.
Support integration and change management efforts related to Financial Operations and enterprise initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary
Annual Bonus + Annual Merit Increase Eligibility
Hybrid schedule (3 days on-site weekly)
Comprehensive health benefits package
3+ weeks of paid time off accrued during your first year
401(K) plan with company match up to 7%
Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
Paid time off to volunteer & company-sponsored volunteer events throughout the year
Other benefits include a free AAA Premier Membership, Health & Wellness Program, Health Concierge Service, Life Insurance and Short Term/Long Term Disability
Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
Up to 2 weeks Paid parental leave
401k plan with company match up to 7%
2+ weeks of PTO within your first year
Paid company holidays
Company provided volunteer opportunities + 1 volunteer day per year
Free AAA Membership
Continual learning reimbursement up to $5,250 per year