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SPS · 3 months ago

Manager Accounting

Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

SPS is a company seeking a Manager Accounting to oversee the financial reporting and accounting close process. The role involves managing a team of accountants, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, and collaborating with various finance functions to deliver reliable financial information.

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Responsibilities

Manage the monthly accounting close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to deadlines

Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial schedules for key balance sheet and income statement accounts

Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure all transactions comply with U.S. GAAP and company policies

Review and analyze monthly financial results and support variance analysis for management and FP&A reporting

Support preparation of quarterly and year-end audit deliverables and serve as a key point of contact for external auditors

Collaborate with FP&A, Treasury, and Operations to ensure accurate accounting and reporting of business activities

Work closely with the offshore accounting team in India to coordinate close deliverables, reconciliations, and reporting

Support other Finance teams by providing insight and context into financial performance and accounting treatment

Partner closely with FP&A to align on financial results, forecasts, and performance trends

Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, enhance efficiency, and strengthen internal controls

Support implementation and optimization of accounting systems and reporting tools

Ensure compliance with internal control policies and participate in ongoing control documentation and testing efforts

Drive consistency, accuracy, and standardization across accounting procedures and reporting templates

Mentor and support staff within the accounting organization, fostering collaboration and accountability

Exhibit a continuous improvement mindset and contribute to a culture of operational excellence

Maintain awareness of new accounting standards and evaluate their potential impact on company financials

Prepare, manage, and review GAAP, regulatory, and internal financial statements, reports, schedules, and supporting data components

Judgmentally and independently analyze and evaluate complex revenue and expense activity

Work independently to prepare and record journal entries to properly reflect underlying transactions while adhering to deadlines

Prepare monthly G/L account reconciliations and account variance analysis of financial statement accounts including service fees

Independently research and resolve G/L or other accounting discrepancies and interact professionally and appropriately with other accounting personnel or other departments to facilitate timely resolution

Prepare ad hoc reports, presentations, or analysis for the Asst. Controller and Controller

Maintain good communication with upper management and all other relevant departments to ensure successful completion of Accounting's duties

Propose and implement internal controls. Identify best practices and assist in developing performance measurements. Develop and document operating procedures to improve business processes

Perform month-end Accounting duties and other special projects under strict deadlines, including ad hoc requests

Manage competing priorities and adapt to a changing work environment

Qualification

CPAU.S. GAAPFinancial services experienceERP/accounting systemsSage Mas 500TM1Analytical skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA strongly preferred

5-8 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in public accounting (Big 4 or regional firm experience preferred)

Experience in financial services or mortgage servicing industry highly desirable

Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial statement preparation, and internal controls

Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills

Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to quality