Assistant Manager, Accounting

Description

OVERVIEW:

At Fortis, we lead the way in next generation payment technologies and solutions. We transform payments into a competitive advantage for our clients and partners, enabling businesses to reach uncharted growth and scale. As the solution of choice for the future of payments, Fortis moves payments closer to invisible with a proprietary platform that supports and strengthens the payments capabilities of merchants and software partners. We are a collaborative team of innovators, problem solvers, and builders, committed to the growth of our clients, partners, and team members. Through award winning software integrations, robust data, and industry vertical and commerce expertise, we deliver the ultimate frictionless commerce experiences. We are in hyper growth mode and seeking talented, innovative, and collaborative problem solvers to help us build and scale the future of payments. Grow your career with us and be on the cutting edge of the rapidly expanding FinTech payments space.

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Accounting Manager to support the accounting function across multiple entities. This role will oversee key accounting operations, and play a critical role in financial reporting, month-end close, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Support and help coordinate the month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports for accuracy and completeness
• Analyze variances and assist in preparing financial reporting packages for management
• Support external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency within the accounting function
• Assist with tax-related requests, sales and use tax compliance, and 1099 reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Operations, IT) to resolve accounting-related issues
• Assist in M&A integration activities, including aligning accounting processes and systems
• Provide training and ongoing support for the accounting team.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of US GAAP
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills and ability to multitask and meet accounting deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Prior management or supervisory experience required.
• Preferred experience with FloQast and RAMP or similar financial systems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Working Conditions: This is a hybrid. Some travel is required.
• Physical Activities: Occasional standing, stooping, reaching and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Physical Demands: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, typing on a computer keyboard, and speaking on the telephone. Frequent repetitive motions.

THIS IS A HYBRID ROLE WITH 3 DAYS IN THE OFFICE (T/W/TH).

Note: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.