Company Overview (Who are we? Why should you join us?)At ecoATM the proof of our success is in our staggering growth, extraordinary impact on protecting the planet, and providing a work culture unlike any other. We are a technology company and a pioneer of device re-commerce. Through our 7,000 automated kiosks and online marketplace Gazelle.com, we enable people all over the world to join the mobile device re-use revolution, a revolution that will get billions of used smartphones out of the e-waste cycle and into the hands of people who don't have affordable access to the empowerment of the latest mobile technology.At ecoATM we know our employees are our greatest strength and the key to our continued growth and success. When you join our team, you will enjoy more than just a job, you will be empowered to develop and utilize your unique talents and skills to build a rewarding career while making a lasting, positive impact on the planet.Our Values and Leadership BehaviorsAbout the RoleThe Senior Manager, Accounting Operations & Transformation is the execution engine behind the accounting transformation agenda. Where the Director sets strategy and organizational direction, you make it happen. You will own the day-to-day delivery of process improvements, system initiatives, and operational changes across the accounting organization, ensuring that what gets designed actually gets built, adopted, and sustained.This role serves as the accounting lead on business initiatives from start to finish. You will be brought in early to define accounting requirements, lead user acceptance testing, manage the implementation, and own the stabilization period for several months post go-live. Once the initiative is fully embedded and operating as business as usual, you will transition ownership to the appropriate team and move to the next priority. The ability to drive a clean handoff, without things falling apart after you step back, is a defining measure of success in this role.This role reports to the Director, Accounting Operations & Transformation and works closely with Finance, IT, and Business Operations. You will be the person who goes deep on the details, understands how the close actually works, knows where the process breaks down, and builds the fixes that hold. This is a hands‑on, high-accountability role for someone who takes pride in flawless execution and finishing what they start.What You Will DoExecute and Deliver InitiativesServe as the accounting lead on business initiatives from requirements definition through UAT, go-live, and post go-live stabilizationOwn the day-to-day execution of accounting improvement initiatives from kickoff through stabilizationManage a structured transition to business as usual once initiatives are fully embedded, ensuring clean handoffs that do not require ongoing interventionManage project workstreams, timelines, and deliverables, keeping work on track and escalating when neededEnsure changes are fully implemented and do not revert after go-live, following through until improvements are embedded in daily operationsBuild and maintain SOPs and process documentation so work is repeatable and not dependent on individualsDrive Process Improvements Across Core Accounting FunctionsIdentify and fix recurring issues across AP, AR, GL, Treasury, and InventoryDiagnose root causes rather than symptoms, and design practical solutions that can actually be implementedStandardize close processes, reconciliation templates, and close cadence across the teamIdentify and remediate data quality issues affecting reconciliations, subledger accuracy, and close reportingSupport Oracle ERP Upgrade ExecutionOwn the accounting workstream details for the Oracle upgrade, including readiness planning, process documentation, and coordination with ITLead user acceptance testing for accounting-related system changes and ensure all issues are resolved before go-liveServe as the day-to-day point of contact between Accounting and IT during testing and deployment phasesSupport stabilization post go-live, ensuring the team is operating effectively in the new environmentPartner Across Functions to Resolve Operational IssuesWork directly with Finance, IT, and Business Operations to resolve issues that impact Accounting, especially where ownership is unclearSurface upstream data and process gaps that create downstream accounting problems and drive them to resolutionEnsure accounting requirements are clearly communicated and carried through in cross-functional initiativesDrive Adoption and SustainmentLead change management at the ground level, including training, communication, and reinforcement of new processesBuild consistent ways of working across the team so process quality does not depend on individual effortMonitor improvements post implementation and address issues before they become recurring problemsWhat You BringExperience8+ years in accounting operations, or a blend of public accounting and industry experienceProven track record executing process improvement and system initiatives in a real operating environmentHands‑on experience with ERP systems, preferably Oracle, including user acceptance testing and deployment supportDeep understanding of how the close works in practice, including reconciliations, subledger processes, and close cycle mechanicsExperience leading business initiatives end‑to‑end, including managing stabilization periods and transitioning work to business as usualExperience building SOPs, process documentation, and standard ways of workingExperience working effectively in a remote or distributed environmentTechnical KnowledgeStrong working knowledge of accounting operations across AP, AR, GL, Treasury, and InventoryAbility to diagnose operational root causes and design solutions that hold up in practiceFamiliarity with data quality issues that impact reconciliations and close reportingSolid understanding of internal controls within accounting processesExecution and InfluenceStrong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneouslyAbility to drive accountability and move work forward across teams without direct authorityClear communicator who can simplify complex operational issues for both accounting and non-accounting audiencesComfortable working in ambiguity with a bias toward action and follow‑throughCredentialsCPA preferredHow You WorkYou go deep on the details and do not hand off before the work is doneYou follow through until changes are embedded, not just deliveredYou communicate proactively and keep leadership informed without being askedYou are practical, build solutions that work in the real world, and move fastYou are as effective working remotely as you are in a room, and you make the distance invisibleWhat Success Looks Like in 6-12 MonthsThe Oracle ERP upgrade accounting workstream is executed on time, with clean UAT and no disruption to the closeRecurring close issues are identified, root‑caused, and resolved, not just trackedCore processes across AP, AR, GL, Treasury, and Inventory are more consistent, documented, and repeatableBusiness initiatives are delivered fully, with clean transitions to business as usual that do not require ongoing interventionProcess improvements are sustained after go‑live and do not revertThe Accounting team has clear, documented ways of working and greater confidence in their day‑to‑day tools and processesLeadership does not need to follow up on execution, because delivery is reliable and proactiveBusiness Travel (How much will you travel?)10%Location (Where will you be working?)San Diego, CA (Hybrid work schedule)Pay Range (How much might you earn in your base salary?)$150 - $175kThis position is also be eligible for short-term and long-term incentives based on individual and company performance.Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This information is provided per CA SB 1162 ("CA Pay Transparency Law"). Base pay information is based on market location. Learn more about ecoATM benefits here.This position may also be eligible for short-term and long-term incentives based on individual and company performance.This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.#J-18808-Ljbffr