Manager, Global Accounting

Nintex•Bellevue, WA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Global Accounting leads the day-to-day delivery of accurate, timely, US GAAP- and statutory-compliant accounting across multiple international entities. The role manages and develops accountants in different countries, coordinates close and reporting activities across time zones, and partners with Finance, Tax, Sales, and external auditors to maintain effective accounting processes and controls. It is suited to a hands-on people manager experienced in leading remote employees who can adjust working hours when business-critical collaboration across regions is required. The position oversees accounting activities across countries in a remote or distributed environment; coordinates month- and quarter-end close; maintains accounting policies and controls; reviews contracts and transactions; oversees reconciliations, journal entries, reporting, and supporting schedules; and leads day-to-day audit activities. The manager also coaches and develops team members, improves accounting processes, and works with cross-functional partners on quote-to-cash processes and accounting requirements. The role is hybrid in a local Nintex office, with occasional early-morning or evening availability potentially required.

Requirements

CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification.
At least 6 years of overall experience, including 2 years of corporate (non-public accounting) experience.
At least 3 years of people management experience is described as highly desirable.
Demonstrated experience managing accounting teams across multiple countries, including direct leadership of distributed employees.
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, revenue recognition, foreign-exchange accounting (CTA and remeasurement), leases, lender compliance, reconciliations, close processes, and internal controls.
Proficiency with financial systems and tools, including NetSuite and Excel.
Ability to review work, coach and mentor team members, resolve day-to-day accounting issues, and use sound judgment about when to escalate complex matters.
Experience coordinating work across cultures, legal entities, and time zones, with flexibility to adjust working hours when reasonably required.
Clear written and verbal communication, including the ability to explain accounting requirements to non-finance stakeholders.
Strong planning, prioritization, and follow-through in a remote, fast-paced environment.
Collaborative leadership style that builds trust, accountability, and inclusion across a geographically dispersed team.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Private equity portfolio company experience.
Three to four years of audit firm experience.
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or other statutory accounting knowledge.
People management experience of at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

Lead accounting activities across multiple countries and time zones in a remote or distributed working environment.
Mentor, coach, and develop accountants in multiple countries by setting priorities, reviewing work, and establishing consistent ways of working.
Coordinate month-end and quarter-end close activities across international entities and time zones, ensuring complete, accurate, and timely results.
Maintain and apply US GAAP accounting policies, including revenue recognition, and escalate complex or judgmental matters to the Corporate Controller.
Review contracts and transactions, document accounting conclusions, and provide practical guidance to accountants and business partners.
Oversee reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and supporting schedules for assigned entities and accounting areas.
Implement and monitor accounting controls and standard operating procedures, identifying improvements to quality, efficiency, and scalability.
Partner with Sales, Tax, Finance, and other functions on quote-to-cash processes, custom transactions, and accounting requirements.
Lead day-to-day audit activities, meet deadlines and audit requests, and prepare supporting documentation.
Lead a remote team through regular one-to-one meetings, team check-ins, performance feedback, development planning, and accountability for goals.
Work flexibly across time zones when needed for close deadlines, team meetings, and critical stakeholder discussions.
Adapt priorities in a dynamic environment while maintaining a collaborative, service-oriented approach.

Benefits

Global Gratitude and Recharge Days.
Flexible, paid time off policy.
Employee wellness programs and counseling resources.
Peer recognition and awards.
Paid parental leave.
Invention and patenting assistance.
Community impact opportunities and paid volunteer time.
Intercultural learning and celebration.
Tools and opportunities to learn and grow, and access to a global community.
For US roles: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) match; paid Global Gratitude and Recharge Days; and paid volunteer time off.