Senior Manager, Accounting (audit exp preferred)

OverviewOPEN JOB: Senior Manager, Accounting (audit exp preferred)LOCATION: Stamford, ConnecticutHYBRID ROLE (in office 3x per week)SALARY: $120,000 to $140,000Ideal CandidateCommutable to Stamford areaEnthusiastic about being in-office 3x per weekSeasoned leader (executive presence. This is a senior manager, not just a manager)Big 4 (MANDATORY)Minimum of 7-10 years in accounting, preferably auditFIRM: Fortune 1000 Manufacturer of Consumer Products (shampoo, laundry detergent, adhesives, etc)ResponsibilitiesLead the close process: Oversee and ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for North America Legal Entities, ensuring full compliance with IFRS and the company's Accounting Guidelines.Be the audit liaison: Manage external audit activities and foster strong auditor relationships to ensure efficient quarterly and annual reviewsGuide shared services: Provide oversight and direction to the General Accounting team within the Shared Service Center to maintain quality and consistency.Strengthen collaboration: Act as one of the key contacts between General Accounting and Finance stakeholders (i.e., Controlling, Order-To-Cash, Tax, and Treasury) to align on reporting and closing activities.Drive process improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to optimize processes, strengthen controls, and enhance financial efficiency.Ensure governance and compliance: Maintain robust internal controls and ensure adherence to financial regulations and corporate policies.Partner across the business: Provide guidance and insights on accounting and reporting requirements to help drive better business decisions.Lead special projects: Support initiatives such as mergers, acquisitions, and system migrations, ensuring seamless integration from a finance perspective.Foster a culture of collaboration and accountability: Promote best practices, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across the finance organization.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting (required); CPA and Big 4 experience (strongly preferred)A minimum of 7 years of accounting experienceStrong technical accounting knowledge of US GAAP or IFRS (e.g., revenue, leasing, pensions, M&A)Experience in technical accounting research and analysisExcellent written and verbal communication; ability to explain complex issues to finance and non-finance stakeholdersProven ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlinesAbility to work with cross-functional teams across domestic and international locationsAdvanced Excel; SAP experience a plusDetail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independentlyLeadership skills to guide teams and influence stakeholdersInterest in global career growth; ability to travel domestically and internationally as neededIf you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please respond back and include the following:MS WORD Resumerequired compensation.Contact information.AvailabilityUpon receipt, one of our managers will contact you to discuss the position in full detail.Stephen FleischnerRecruiting ManagerINTERMEDIA GROUP, INC.EMAIL: sfleischner@intermediagroup.comLINKEDIN: