Accounting Manager

OVERVIEWA growing private equity-backed education company is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead and oversee its accounting function during a critical period of organizational growth and transition. Reporting directly to the CFO, this highly visible role will own the general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations while helping build scalable processes and controls for a newly independent business. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys operating in a lean environment and wants to play a key role in shaping the finance infrastructure of a rapidly expanding organization.RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the general ledger and oversee all day-to-day accounting activities.
• Manage the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analyses.
• Prepare and maintain financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee chart of accounts maintenance, accounting policies, and transaction coding.
• Analyze revenue activity and reconcile data across multiple operational systems.
• Partner with operational teams to support revenue reporting, collections, and financial accuracy.
• Perform reserve, allowance, and collectability analyses related to revenue streams.
• Assist with cash flow reporting, vendor analysis, budgeting support, and financial planning activities.
• Build and enhance accounting processes, controls, and reporting infrastructure as the company continues to scale.
• Support audit readiness and coordinate with external auditors and advisors.
• Collaborate closely with the CFO on financial reporting, operational initiatives, and strategic projects.
• Assist with future system enhancements and accounting process automation initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 6+ years of accounting experience within public accounting and/or industry accounting roles.
• Public accounting foundation (Big 4 or regional firm audit experience preferred).
• Experience owning the month-end close process, general ledger, and financial reporting functions.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and corporate accounting principles.
• Experience operating in a lean, entrepreneurial, or high-growth environment preferred.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of the accounting function.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting systems preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to partner with executive leadership.
• Comfortable building processes and infrastructure within a growing organization.