Senior Manager, Financial Accounting

Turner & Townsend • Atlanta, GA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Financial Accounting will report to the Financial Controller and will be based out of the Atlanta office. In-office working at a T&T office is required two to three days out of the work week. This position is responsible for leading key accounting operations across the North America finance organization. The Senior Manager, Accounting will oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, general ledger accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, audit support, internal controls, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is an experienced accounting leader who demonstrates strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. This individual will lead and develop accounting team members, partner with finance and business stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement across accounting processes, controls, and systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• CPA designation is required or strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of progressive accounting experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership or people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and accounting operations.
• Experience managing month-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, audit support, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting SOX compliance programs is preferred.
• Experience working in a publicly traded company, multinational organization, professional services, or consulting environment is preferred.
• Experience working with or reporting into a UK parent company is a plus.
• Experience utilizing MS D365 or a similar ERP system is preferred.
• Experience with system implementations, process improvements, or accounting transformation initiatives is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting activities.
• Oversee the preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, intercompany transactions, and other general ledger activity.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records and supporting documentation.
• Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Manage accounting operations related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash management, fixed assets, suspense accounts, clearing accounts, and other assigned general ledger accounts.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, company policies, regulatory requirements, and internal control standards.
• Lead SOX compliance activities and execute or oversee control responsibilities where applicable.
• Support internal and external audits by coordinating requests, preparing supporting documentation, and facilitating timely responses.
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal control processes to strengthen the control environment.
• Identify accounting risks, operational gaps, and control deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Drive process improvement initiatives focused on standardization, automation, efficiency, and scalability within the accounting function.
• Partner with finance, operations, and business leaders to resolve accounting issues and support key business initiatives.
• Participate in system enhancements, ERP upgrades, implementation testing, troubleshooting, and optimization efforts.
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff through coaching, performance management, training, and career development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity when handling sensitive financial information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
• We want our people to succeed both in work and life.
• To support this, we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
• Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior