Manager, Accounting at Strata Decision Technology, LLC in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

How you'll make an impact:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our growing accounting team. The Accounting Manager will lead a team and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, adherence to internal controls, and efficient management of the month-end close process. This role will play a critical part in supporting Strata's growth by driving process improvements, managing audit requirements, and preparing key financial data. The key responsibilities of this role include:

Leadership

• Build, develop, and grow a team of accounting professionals.

• Provide guidance, coaching, and set performance goals to foster professional growth and ensure team accountability.

Month-End Close Process

• Ensure tight close deadlines are consistently met while maintaining the completeness, existence, and accuracy of key account areas.

• Review account reconciliations and approve journal entries (JEs) for the following:

• Cash

• Prepaid Expenses

• Fixed Assets

• Intangible Assets

• Accounts Payable (AP) and Accruals

• Intercompany Accounts
• Perform analytical reviews of financial results during the month-end close, identifying and explaining fluctuations to support informed decision-making.

Year-End Reporting & Internal Controls

• Compile and prepare supplemental data for the year-end 10-K filing .
• Ensure compliance with internal control policies and procedures, including the review and approval of vendor setup (e.g., bank setup and updates) and changes to the vendor master file.

Audit Support

• Manage and respond to internal and external audit requests, ensuring all documentation and explanations are provided in a timely and organized manner.

Process Improvement

• Lead the implementation of an AP automation workflow approval system to streamline the invoice-to-pay process, increasing efficiency and reducing manual errors.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve operational efficiency.

What we're looking for:

• CPA highly preferred

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role

• Strong understanding of GAAP

• Proven track record of managing month-end close processes and meeting tight deadlines

• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and analytical reviews

• Familiarity with internal controls and audit processes

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite or similar ERP systems) and AP automation tools

• Advanced Excel skills

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Experience in a SaaS or technology company preferred

Estimated Salary Range: $101,000 - $130,000

Actual salary will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, skill set and level of experience. This salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Strata also provides discretionary variable pay programs based on role. In addition, Strata provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits, health and welfare benefits, paid time off, parental leave, life and accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits.

How we work:The preferred location for this role is in Chicago, IL or St. Louis, MO. We value our people spending time together and have campuses hosting in-person events located in both cities. We are truly a hybrid environment with all team members experiencing the flexibility to work from home.

Thinking about applying?
Research shows that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box on a job posting. If you're currently reading this and hesitating to click "Apply" for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Should you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please reach out to careers@stratadecision.com.

Here @ Strata...
Our culture is driven by our people solving problems together. We embrace learning, collaboration, and continuous career growth. Together, we lift our customers, our products, our company, and our community.

We believe that each of our team member's unique perspectives and experiences is what drives innovation and positive change. Our individual differences are what make us a more forward-thinking organization. We foster a culture of inclusion, equity and belonging, regardless of race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Our Core Values: While we celebrate what makes each member of our team unique, our core values are what connect us. They set clear expectations for how we approach our work and how each of us can positively influence the experience of our team and our customers.

• We connect with positive intent.
• We are helpful.
• We own it.
• We get better every day.
• We are humble.

Strata is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Full-time roles are eligible for an annual bonus based on both individual and company performance. Find out more about Strata benefits here.

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