Consolidations Accounting Manager

Position Overview

A leading global publicly traded organization is seeking a Consolidations Accounting Manager to join its Corporate Accounting team. This role will be responsible for overseeing the consolidation and close process, supporting technical accounting initiatives, ensuring compliance with internal control requirements, and partnering with finance leadership on key reporting and accounting matters.

This position offers significant exposure to financial reporting, complex accounting transactions, SEC-related support activities, and process improvement initiatives within a large, multinational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation process, including preparation and review of corporate-level journal entries and consolidation adjustments.
• Support the preparation and analysis of consolidated financial results, including investigation of significant variances and trends.
• Research and interpret accounting guidance under U.S. GAAP, providing recommendations related to complex accounting matters and business transactions.
• Partner with finance and operational teams to ensure accurate accounting treatment and consistent application of accounting policies.
• Support compliance with internal control requirements and participate in SOX-related initiatives, documentation, and testing activities.
• Lead accounting analyses related to complex areas including restructuring activities, asset impairments, and other non-routine transactions.
• Assist with financial information and supporting schedules used in earnings reporting and other external reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technical accounting matters, process improvements, and special projects.
• Serve as a key contact for internal and external auditors, coordinating audit requests and supporting documentation.
• Develop and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance on consolidation accounting, reporting processes, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master's degree preferred.
• CPA certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting and/or corporate accounting environments.
• Strong experience managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Thorough understanding of consolidated financial statements and financial reporting concepts.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, technical accounting research, and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with SOX compliance, internal controls, and accounting policy implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, drive process improvements, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven leadership skills with experience mentoring staff and coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.