Senior Manager, Accounting

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of the financial statements from the closing phase to delivery.

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.

• Ensure the accuracy and GAAP compliance of the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.

• Develop Rillet ERP into a fully operational system.

• Establish transaction-posting rules and controls.

• Integrate Rillet with the subledger and source systems to automate data flows.

• Redesign the ledger and chart of accounts to align with current business operations.

• Advance the general ledger, subledgers, and chart of accounts to accommodate payment flows, new products, and increased transaction volume.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Product, and Operations to convert accounting and reporting needs into system specifications.

• Lead the preparation for a financial statement audit and a quality of earnings review within the next 9–18 months.

• Create process documentation, supporting schedules, and control evidence.

• Serve as the main point of contact for auditors and diligence advisors.

• Investigate complex transactions under U.S. GAAP and document findings in technical memos.

• Translate technical accounting conclusions into accounting policies, system requirements, and financial reports.

• Advocate for AI adoption and automation across reconciliations, journal entries, recurring postings, accruals, close management, and variance analysis.

• Establish validation, review, and documentation processes for automated workflows.

• Develop and uphold the control framework, including key controls, segregation of duties, and review evidence.

• Manage the month-end reporting package for the CFO, which includes financial statements, flux and variance analysis, commentary, metrics, and KPIs.

• Build and maintain relationships with external auditors and tax advisors.

• Oversee accounting workstreams for audits and tax filings.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.

• Set clear expectations for ownership, quality, and deadlines.

• Enhance review practices and the team's technical and systems capabilities.

• Collaborate with the Controller on accounting policies, process enhancements, functional priorities, delegated decisions, and cross-functional initiatives.

• Utilize AI to enhance accounting accuracy and efficiency.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of progressive accounting experience.

• Public accounting experience at a prestigious firm.

• Minimum of 3 years leading a close and financial reporting function in a venture-backed or high-growth company.

• Significant experience in fintech is preferred.

• Active CPA license (US) or CPA Canada designation required.

• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP.

• Practical experience with revenue recognition (ASC 606), principal-versus-agent analysis, and accounting for customer funds, accruals, and liabilities.

• Regular utilization of AI tools in accounting tasks.

• Experience in building or deploying at least one automation or AI-enabled workflow that is operational.

• Capability to validate AI outputs and uphold appropriate review and controls.

• Experience in designing a general ledger and subledgers for a transaction-heavy platform.

• Ability to convert product specifications into journal entries, reconciliation requirements, and controls.

• Experience collaborating with engineers and product managers to translate accounting requirements into data models, event definitions, and system behavior.

• Experience enhancing and optimizing a cloud ERP post-implementation, including integrations, posting logic, and automation.

• Rillet experience is advantageous.

• Proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.

• Strong, clear written and verbal communication skills.

• Capability to manage multiple workstreams across Finance, Engineering, and Product simultaneously.

• Experience in payroll or Employer-of-Record businesses is a plus.

• Bonus for experience with Python or scripting applied to accounting workflows.

• Bonus for experience with SOX-style internal control frameworks at a scaling company.

• Must be authorized to work in the country where the work will be performed.

• Wrapbook is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas or work permits.

🏝️ Benefits

• Unlimited Paid Time Off.

• Ability to work from anywhere in Canada and the USA.

• Health and Dental benefits provided.

• Up to $1,500 USD / $2,025 CAD available for IT setup for your home.

• Up to 2% matching RRSP / 401K contributions.

• Opportunities for Learning and Development.

• Up to $50 USD / $67.50 CAD for Internet/Cell phone service.

• Competitive salary offered.

• Access to a team of innovative problem solvers.

• A workplace that is inclusive and free from harassment and discrimination.