Accounting Manager / Controller

LHH is partnered with a top tier financial crimes, and regulatory advisory firm that is seeking an Accounting Manager that will report directly to the Global Controller and will oversee a range of corporate accounting activities for the firm's US offices. We are seeking a highly motivated self-starter with a strong grasp of accounting principles and experience in general ledger maintenance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Elite 3E and possess a thorough understanding of billing for time. Below is an outline of the key responsibilities for this role

Responsibilities

• Conduct and review monthly bank reconciliations and account analyses as part of the month-end closing process.
• Aid the Global Controller by supervising the accounts payable team, including validating voucher entries, ensuring pay run accuracy, and managing vendor onboarding.
• Draft and review monthly journal entries.
• Manage fixed asset and prepaid expense schedules, which includes calculating monthly depreciation and amortization and verifying monthly journal entries.
• Help prepare monthly and quarterly sales tax returns, as well as excise and commercial rent tax filings.
• Oversee certain treasury activities, such as monitoring daily cash balances.
• Generate monthly reports for foreign accountants to ensure international compliance.
• Assist in the annual financial statement audit process.
• Prepare workpapers for external tax teams.
• Compile quarterly unaudited financial statements.
• Perform ad hoc analyses and generate reports as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• At least five years of accounting experience in a professional services firm.
• Familiarity with the Elite 3E accounting system is preferred.
• CPA license is preferred.
• Understanding of billing for time.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word at an intermediate level.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.