Senior Manager, Accounting and Financial Reporting (CPA)

Sauer Brands, Inc.•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Senior Manager of Accounting and Financial Reporting is responsible for overseeing the integrity and accuracy of financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements, and leading the financial close and reporting processes. This role plays a critical part in developing and enforcing the control framework of the business. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical accounting expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proactive approach to process improvement. This position will report to the Corporate Controller.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
Proven ability to manage projects and drive process improvements.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Proficiency in ERP and reporting systems (e.g. PeopleSoft and Vena preferred) and advanced Excel skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA required.
Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and corporate accounting.
Experience managing financial close and reporting processes in a complex, multi-entity environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SEC reporting and SOX compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
Oversee preparation and review of consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
Oversee debt compliance reporting requirements, and other ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests.
Oversee treasury operations, including monitoring cash and investment positions and managing bank accounts and relationships.
Manage internal and external audit processes, including coordination with auditors and preparation of audited financial statements and footnotes.
Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
Research and provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, leases, acquisitions).
Manage the tax process for Federal and State income taxes, tax provisions, and tax audits, including coordination with third party tax preparers, ensuring timely tax filings.
Develop and maintain internal controls over financial reporting, including development of policies and documentation of processes and key controls.
Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, systems, and reporting tools.
Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Sales, Operations, IT, Marketing and other departments to support business initiatives.