Accounting Manager

A world class software company specializing in financial services located in NYC seeks an Accounting Manager. This position reports into the controller and will manage a staff of 5 people. Responsibilities include: * Manage all accounting activity and staff * Month end close and preparation of financial statements * Manage the conduct of and preparation of all supporting schedules for month-end, mid-year and year-end annual audits, tax work, and miscellaneous audits including annual insurance audit * Update of accounting processes and procedures making best use of automation tools * Coordinate with Billing Group to meet financial reporting deadlines * Approval of A/P and A/R invoicing * Approval of new order processing forms for clients * Work with Contracts/Billing Group Manager to ensure accurate revenue recognition and invoicing setup with Contracts group * Drive continuous improvement and standardization within the functional area * Assist with annual internal audit program * Interaction with senior managers as needed * Variance analysis * Financial liaison with foreign parent corporation * Manage annual budget preparation and coordination There are great benefits with a good work life balance. Requirements: The skills, experience, and knowledge required to be considered for this position include: * Bachelors degree in Accounting * CPA/CMA is a plus * 7+ years of financial reporting and accounting experience * A minimum of 3 years of management responsibility * Experience with financial services or software company along with GAAP or IFRS revenue recognition rules (desired) * Track record of using appropriate tools to improve the efficiency of the accounting operation * Strong technical accounting background * Excellent interpersonal skills * Accurate and attention to detail * Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow * Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Dependability, flexible, and a team player * Highly proficient with Microsoft software packages, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and accounting systems (SAP is desired, SUN is a plus) * Ability to use software packages to automate the accounting and financial reporting process * Ability to successfully perform under strict deadlines and with minimal supervision * Work well under pressure

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Category:	Accounting/Banking/Finance/Insurance
	> Accounting
Location:	New York, NY
County:	New York County
ZIP Code:	10001
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	Kforce Inc.
Phone:	email only please
Fax:	email only please