Senior Manager, Accounting Research

Genuine Parts Company•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Accounting Research, leads GPC’s enterprise accounting research function. The role provides expert technical accounting guidance on complex and evolving accounting matters, supervises and develops accounting research professionals, and prepares accounting treatment recommendations for senior leadership. It partners with business unit finance teams, corporate functions, and external auditors to support consistent application of accounting policies, and leads change-management activities for new accounting standards and process improvements through training and communication. The position is primarily office-based in a professional, climate-controlled environment. On-site presence is required four days per week, with one remote day permitted based on business needs. Travel is minimal (less than 5%). The role may require occasional extended hours during peak periods, such as project work or quarter-end close, and involves extended computer and 10-key use, rare light lifting of up to 5–10 pounds, sustained concentration, attention to detail, and managing multiple deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
Minimum of seven years of progressive accounting experience, including at least two years of public accounting experience.
Deep technical expertise in US GAAP, SEC regulations, and complex accounting topics, including M&A accounting.
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop a team of accounting professionals.
Strong analytical, organizational, and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to assess the business impact of accounting issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to engage clearly with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated ability to negotiate and drive consensus on complex accounting matters while maintaining productive working relationships.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and sustain concentration and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

CPA certification.

Responsibilities

Supervise and develop a high-performing team of two accounting professionals.
Lead accounting research projects addressing new accounting standards, revenue recognition, debt, goodwill impairment, M&A accounting, and other complex technical accounting areas.
Partner with business unit finance teams, Treasury, Tax, Legal, SEC Reporting, and other corporate functions to provide practical guidance on complex transactions, new business initiatives, and evolving technical accounting matters.
Develop accounting policies, technical memos, and position papers for review and approval by senior leadership.
Collaborate across business unit finance teams, FP&A, consolidation, SEC Reporting, Treasury, Tax, and Legal to align accounting treatments, support consistent policy application, and resolve cross-functional accounting matters in a timely manner.
Support quarterly and annual reporting processes as needed.
Serve as a key liaison for internal and external audit matters.
Develop and deliver internal training sessions and updates on new accounting standards, policies, and procedures to support global accounting compliance.
Independently manage multiple complex projects and decisions in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, balancing technical requirements with practical business considerations.
Communicate proactively to motivate and inspire others.
Deliver results and drive customer success by focusing on outcomes and placing the customer at the center of decisions.
Make balanced decisions and think strategically.
Develop high-performing teams through inclusive leadership, talent development, ongoing feedback, and building trust across the organization.