Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Amplify is a leader in K–12 education, dedicated to creating inspiring teaching and learning experiences. They are seeking a Manager of General Accounting to oversee general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and compliance while leading a team and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, financial statement analysis, and audit support
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of financial statements, audit schedules, and financial analyses for senior management decision-making
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support revenue and expense accruals, analyze financial statement fluctuations, and explain budget variances
• Oversee complex technical accounting processes, including areas such as revenue recognition and inventory costing
• Establish operational objectives and ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of accounting professionals by providing coaching, guidance, and support to drive performance and professional growth
• Coordinate and support external audits, including preparing audit schedules and responding to audit inquiries
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and general accounting procedures
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and the use of data analytics tools to improve efficiency, strengthen internal controls, identify trends and variances, and enhance forecasting accuracy
• Partner with finance and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for operational improvements and scalable accounting processes
• Make complex accounting decisions in collaboration with the Controller and finance leadership

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
• Prior public accounting experience preferred. Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in accounting leadership roles
• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP
• Proficiency with ERP systems, with experience in NetSuite or similar platforms
• Proven leadership skills with experience building, managing and developing a team
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence key stakeholders
• Ability to think strategically and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analytics tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, and Tableau
• Knowledge of internal controls best practices
• Passion for continuous learning and professional development

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Stock options
• Competitive health insurance and mental health options
• Basic life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Access to best-in-class development programs
• Annual discretionary bonus that rewards individual and company performance

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