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Accounting Manager

Today Atlanta, GA

Overview

As an Accounting Manager, you will play a key role in leading core accounting operations related to gross profit

(revenue and cost of services) and direct selling costs, as well as related balance sheet activity and other financial

statement areas. The role will operate within a growing and dynamic finance organization and is responsible for

overseeing month-end close activities, reviewing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, and ensuring

accurate, timely, and compliant financial results.

The Accounting Manager will report to the Director of Accounting and will manage and review the work of a small

team of accounting professionals. This role serves as a subject matter expert for assigned accounting areas,

partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders and accelerating the delivery of meaningful financial

information to non-Accounting teams in alignment with the close process.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical and operational accounting experience, sound judgment, and a

hands-on leadership approach. This individual is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced,

collaborative environment while maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability.

Responsibilities

Oversee the monthly close process for assigned areas, ensuring gross profit, other relevant income

statement activity, and related balance sheet movements are accurately recorded in accordance with US

GAAP and company policies, while modeling a growth mindset through continuous improvement and

thoughtful application of accounting judgment

• Provide direct oversight of 2-3 team members, actively investing in their development by coaching

technical skills, reinforcing strong accounting fundamentals, and providing regular, actionable

performance feedback to elevate the team's impact

• Act as a change agent to drive improvements in account reconciliation and close processes, including

incorporation of recommendations into ARCS optimization and enhanced account analysis practices,

while encouraging team members to identify opportunities, propose solutions, and embrace change

• Perform first-level review of all work prepared by direct reports, including journal entries, account

analyses, and balance sheet reconciliations, using the review process as a teaching and coaching

opportunity to strengthen judgment, ownership, and consistency

• Review and approve journal entries, ensuring appropriate support, clear account analysis, and proper

documentation at the time entries are recorded

• Review balance sheet reconciliations to ensure balances are accurate, complete, and well supported, and

accelerate the completion of key account reconciliations to earlier in the close process

• Ensure adherence to existing accounting policies, and contribute to the development, documentation,

and refinement of policies and procedures as the business evolves

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • CPA preferred • Public accounting experience preferred
  • 6 - 8 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 1 - 2 years of people management or lead experience
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP, including revenue and cost / expense recognition accounting concepts, as well as financial close processes
  • Experience with balance sheet reconciliations, journal entry review, and internal controls
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with reconciliation or close management tools a plus
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to partner cross-functionally and present information clearly to non-Accounting stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to take ownership, exercise sound judgment, and drive continuous improvement

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Client-provided location(s): Atlanta, GA
Job ID: Insight_Global-7348
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-05-28T00:00:45

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Life Insurance
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program