Senior Accounting Manager

 

**On-site Requirements: Hybrid, 3 days per week in our Andover, MA office**

Salary Range: $145,000-$158,000

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accounting Manager to join our Accounting Team. The ideal candidate will possess public accounting experience with a strong background in U.S. GAAP and financial reporting. This role will oversee GL accounting, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and implementing best practices to improve the efficiency of the closing cycle. 

About ALKU 

At ALKU, we deliver efficient and effective solutions to meet our clients’ most critical business needs. As a top-tier, nationally ranked staffing firm, we connect our exclusive network of highly skilled, expert consultants to roles in cutting edge spaces within the IT and life sciences industries. 
 
Key Responsibilities 

• Lead the GL team, overseeing revenue, cost of goods sold, and payroll processes. 

• Manage the month-end close process, including reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and ensuring timely completion. 

• Support the development and enhancement of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls for increased efficiency and compliance. 

• Prepare consolidated financial statements, including footnotes and related analysis, ensuring full compliance with U.S. GAAP and other relevant regulatory requirements. 

• Strong analytical mindset to evaluate financial data, identify trends, and ensure reasonableness. 

• Serve as the primary technical accounting resource by maintaining current and working knowledge on the latest ASC guidance as well as drafting or reviewing technical accounting positions and policy memos, as necessary. 

• Encourage and demonstrate training and development of a high performing Accounting Team to support their growth and professional development. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the accurate and timely recording of financial transactions. 

• Coordinate with external auditors to ensure proper audit procedures, compliance, and resolution of any identified issues. 

• Support tax compliance for federal, state, and local jurisdictions across multiple entities, ensuring timely filings and adherence to tax regulations. 

• Play a key role in the implementation of a new ERP system and finance applications to improve operational efficiency. 

Requirements: 

• On-Site Requirements: Hybrid, 3 days per week in our Andover, MA office. 

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. 

• Minimum of 6+ years of total experience including public accounting and industry experience. 

• Ability to understand technical accounting guidelines and manage operational accounting. 

• Strong system-driven mindset with the ability to automate manual processes. 

• Experience working in Big 4 accounting firm is preferred. 

• Knowledge of GAAP and ERP systems. 

Benefits 

• Competitive weekly pay. 

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and pet insurance. 

• 401k with match and free access to financial advisors. 

• ALKU Performance Unit Plan which grants employees units within the company after 1 year of employment. 

• Discounts & Reimbursements: ALKU offers an engaging mobile plan discount, along with fitness, student loan, and childcare reimbursements, helping you stay connected, healthy, and supported when balancing work and personal life.  

• More Perks: ALKU provides family planning, wellness programs, mental health resources to support the well-being of our employees, ensuring they have the tools and care they need to thrive both personally and professionally.  

 

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