Manager, Accounting

AAA Club Alliance is hiring for an Accounting Manager to join our team!

What We Offer:

As part of our team, you'll enjoy a total rewards package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our package includes:

• Competitive annual salary; the starting base compensation for this position is: $85,312-152,562*

• Annual Bonus + Annual Merit Increase Eligibility

• Hybrid schedule (3 days on-site weekly)

• Comprehensive health benefits package

• 3+ weeks of paid time off accrued during your first year

• 401(K) plan with company match up to 7%

• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement

• Paid time off to volunteer & company-sponsored volunteer events throughout the year

• Other benefits include a free AAA Premier Membership, Health & Wellness Program, Health Concierge Service, Life Insurance and Short Term/Long Term Disability

• The base pay range shown is a guideline for compensation and ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location.

Primary Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting and Accounting Leadership:

• Oversee all financial accounting operations, including preparation of standalone and consolidated financial statements, pension and retirement plan reporting, and cash flow reporting.
• Ensure timely, accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Serve as primary technical accounting authority, advising on complex transactions, new standards, acquisitions, and strategic decisions.
• Oversee investment and lease accounting, including joint ventures, equity method investments, and ASC 842 compliance.
• Partners with Finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to support financial performance reporting, process improvements, and operational initiatives, while contributing to the ongoing enhancement of accounting systems, controls, and reporting capabilities.

Technical Accounting and Policy Leadership:

• Serve as the primary technical accounting authority for the organization, providing leadership on the interpretation and application of U.S. GAAP, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) standards, and emerging accounting guidance.
• Research, document, and implement accounting policies for complex or non-routine transactions, including preparation of technical accounting memoranda.
• Lead accounting assessments for new accounting standards, acquisitions, system changes, and business initiatives; advise Finance leadership on accounting implications of strategic decisions and transactions.

Investment Accounting and Lease Accounting Oversight:

• Provide direct oversight of Investment Accounting, including joint ventures, partnerships, and equity method investments.
• Ensure accurate accounting for investment earnings, distributions, impairments, and related disclosures; oversee accounting for investment-related cash flows and balance sheet activity.
• Provide direct oversight of Lease Accounting under ASC 842, including lease classification, measurement, modifications, remeasurements, and disclosure requirements; ensure ongoing compliance with lease accounting standards and internal policies.

Financial Analysis, Performance Reporting and Board Support:

• Lead analysis of financial results, key metrics, and variances.
• Partner with business line leaders and executives to interpret results and inform strategic decisions.
• Prepare financial and accounting presentations for the Board of Directors and Finance Committee.

Audit, Controls and Risk Management:

• Act as primary liaison with external auditors and coordinate audit activities.
• Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and risk mitigation strategies across all finance functions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and safeguard organizational assets.

Finance Transformation, Systems and Automation:

• Drive continuous improvement and automation across accounting operations, leveraging Workday Financial Management and AI-enabled tools.
• Redesign accounting processes to enhance efficiency, scalability, and accuracy, including close, reconciliations, and reporting workflows.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional initiatives, special projects, and enterprise transformation efforts.
• Support the implementation of standardized AI-enabled agents and tools at the transactional level to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting operations.

Leadership, Talent Development and Collaboration:

• Lead, mentor, and develop finance staff, building technical expertise, analytical capabilities, and succession planning.
• Promote collaboration across Finance, business units, and external partners.
• Support integration and change management related to financial operations and enterprise initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience; CPA required, or strongly preferred. Master's degree in accounting or business administration preferred.
• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience in a complex, automated financial systems environment, with demonstrated expertise in U.S. GAAP and technical accounting.
• Demonstrated experience with complex accounting areas such as investment accounting, equity method accounting, lease accounting, consolidations, and financial statement disclosures.
• Prior supervisory or managerial experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP, (Financial Accounting Standards Board) FASB guidance, and technical accounting research and application.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, financial reporting risk, and audit requirements.
• Proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools, including advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems such as Workday Financial Management strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects, manage competing priorities, and oversee team workload distribution.
• Ability to communicate complex accounting concepts clearly to senior management and non-finance stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills with a continuous improvement mindset.

Full time Associates are offered a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
• Up to 2 weeks Paid parental leave
• 401k plan with company match up to 7%
• 2+ weeks of PTO within your first year
• Paid company holidays
• Company provided volunteer opportunities + 1 volunteer day per year
• Free AAA Membership
• Continual learning reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• And MORE! Check out our Benefits Page for more information

ACA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment practices laws. At ACA, we are committed to cultivating a welcoming and inclusive workplace of team members with diverse backgrounds and experiences to enable us to meet our goals and support our values while serving our Members and customers. We strive to attract and retain candidates with a passion for their work and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. It is ACA's policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all positions. Hiring decisions are based upon ACA's operating needs, and applicant qualifications including, but not limited to, experience, skills, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Job Category:

Accounting