Accounting Manager - Remote

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking an Accounting Manager. This is a 6+ month contract opportunity with our client located in Menlo Park, CA. This is a remote position.
Summary:
Seeking a skilled, self-starting Accounting Manager to join our Corporate Accounting team. This role requires full ownership, limited direction, and a strong accounting background coupled with business acumen. Responsibilities include problem-solving, project management, designing scalable accounting technologies, and exercising good business judgment. Strong communication and partnership skills are essential for facilitating information flow across the organization.
Responsibilities:

• Partner with product teams on the launch of new products, including review of contracts, the performance of timely accounting assessments, risk assessments, designing effective & efficient controls to mitigate risks, and ensuring finance requirements are delivered by product and engineering teams to support successful product launches.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal team members and cross-functional teams globally, including legal, product, engineering, tax, and risk teams.
• Facilitate communication and information flow between cross-functional business partners and the Finance organization.
• Review end-to-end system flows used for accounting and financial reporting for risk assessment, partnering with engineering and product teams to implement process and control improvements.
• Drive the implementation of new accounting policies, and updates to existing policies that ensure compliance with GAAP and alignment with business strategy and related accounting guidance.
• Carry out month-end close activities, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and analytical reviews to ensure an accurate and timely, monthly, quarterly and year-end close.
• Design and implement scalable accounting processes related to month-end and quarter-end financial close.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of general accounting or auditing principles (emphasis of ASC 606)
• Knowledge and experience with internal controls
• Advanced ability to understand system processes
• A strong business acumen, partnership experience, and communication skills
• Skilled in comprehending end-to-end systems that impact accounting & financial reporting processes
• Experience with financial statements and financial analysis
• Experience leveraging AI to support day to day tasks and improve efficiency
• Exceptional knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft tools
• Experience executing and delivering high quality, accurate work in a dynamic, fast paced and deadline driven environment.
• Ability to work independently as a significant individual contributor with minimal guidance.
• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking.
• Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related fields
• CPA preferred
• 10+ years of accounting experience
• Experience in ASC

Pay range: Up to $ 100.23 per Hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW)
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.