Accounting Manager

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Senior Executive Recruiter at LHH(Formerly Parker + Lynch)Large $1B Company is seeking an Accounting Manager for their Melville location for a Hybrid role.Position Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Accounting Manager to lead a team of experienced accounting professionals and drive timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting. This role requires a detail-oriented leader with a deep understanding of accounting principles, proven experience in team management, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate is not only technically strong but also a process thinker who can identify inefficiencies and implement automation solutions to support scalability and growth.The Accounting Manager will be a key player in the monthly close process, system maintenance, and audit readiness, and will serve as a liaison with external auditors, IT, and cross-functional finance teams.Key Responsibilities:Lead, mentor, and develop a team of three Senior Accountants to ensure high performance, engagement, and professional growth.Set clear goals and expectations, provide regular feedback, and support professional development through training and coaching.Month-End Close & Financial ReportingOversee and manage the month-end close process, ensuring completion within five business days in accordance with U.S. GAAP.Review and approve complex journal entries and monthly balance sheet reconciliations.Conduct and review profit & loss (P&L) trend analyses to identify and explain variances and support management decision-making.Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data across all reports and reconciliations.Process Improvement & AutomationIdentify inefficiencies and manual processes within the accounting function; lead the implementation of automation and standardization efforts.Collaborate with peers, IT, and systems teams to enhance accounting systems and reporting capabilities, particularly within the Workday General Ledger.Systems OversightIn partnership with other accounting managers and IT, maintain and optimize the Workday ERP system to support accurate reporting, compliance, and ease of use.Serve as a key contributor to ongoing ERP enhancements and upgrades.Audit & ComplianceServe as the primary point of contact for external auditors during the year-end financial audit.Prepare and provide audit schedules, supporting documentation, and responses to inquiries.Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure accounting policies and procedures are up-to-date and aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements.Qualifications:Required:Bachelor's degree in AccountingMinimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experienceAt least 3 years of proven leadership or managerial experiencePublic accounting foundation (Big 4 or mid-tier firm experience is a plus)Strong understanding of U.S. GAAPExperience with large-scale ERP systems such as SAP or OracleProficiency in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced skill level)Ability to manage and lead a geographically distributed or remote teamAbility to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environmentPreferred:Experience with Workday ERP systemBackground in the healthcare industry or other highly regulated industriesKnowledge of internal controls, SOX compliance, or other audit frameworksSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionAccounting/AuditingIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at LHH by 2xInferred from the description for this jobMedical insuranceVision insurance401(k)Get notified about new Accounting Manager jobs in Melville, NY.Accounting Manager- Corporate Office Uniondale, NYNorwalk, CT $155,000.00-$175,000.00 2 weeks agoWestbury, NY $175,000.00-$200,000.00 2 days agoWhite Plains, NY $120,000.00-$150,000.00 1 week agoFarmingdale, NY $110,500.00-$149,500.00 2 weeks agoWhite Plains, NY $130,000.00-$150,000.00 2 weeks agoBethpage, NY $135,000.00-$160,000.00 3 weeks agoUniondale, NY $140,887.50-$190,612.50 2 weeks agoStamford, CT $90,000.00-$110,000.00 1 month agoAccounting Manager- Corporate Office Uniondale, NYPurchase, NY $117,000.00-$182,000.00 4 days agoMelville, NY $140,000.00-$160,000.00 2 days agoAccounting Manager- Corporate Office Uniondale, NYAccounting Manager- Corporate Office Uniondale, NYStamford, CT $100,000.00-$110,000.00 2 weeks agoWestbury, NY $140,000.00-$160,000.00 2 months agoStamford, CT $100,000.00-$120,000.00 1 week agoPlainview, NY $95,000.00-$110,000.00 1 week agoWhite Plains, NY $165,000.00-$185,000.00 4 days agoStamford, CT $100,000.00-$140,000.00 6 days agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17