Senior Manager - General Accounting

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Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Senior Manager of General Accounting will be responsible for overseeing key aspects of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and compliance. This role will involve building and leading a team and collaborating closely with cross-functional departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and supporting the overall health of the organization. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing organization while advancing your career in Accounting & Finance.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Supervise/perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statement analysis.

• Assist with the preparation of financial reports and analyses, providing insights to senior management for decision-making.

• Coordinate and support external audits, including the preparation of audit schedules and addressing audit inquiries.

• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate revenue and expense accruals and understand financial statement fluctuations.

• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and automation to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the finance function.

• Train, supervise and develop a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure their success and professional growth.

• Drive the use of data analytics and automation tools to improve process efficiencies, identify significant trends/variance and improve forecasting accuracy.

• Maintain and improve internal controls and general accounting policies.

• Collaborate with finance and business teams to analyze and explain variances to budget.

Required Qualifications:

• 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.

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and data analytics tools such as Power Bi, Alteryx and Tableau.

• Proficiency with ERP systems, with experience in NetSuite or similar platforms preferred.

• Knowledge of internal controls best practices.

• Passion for continuous learning and professional development.

What we offer:

Salary is only one component of the Amplify Total Rewards package, which includes a 401(k) plan, stock options, competitive health insurance and mental health options, basic life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and access to best-in-class development programs. The gross salary range for this role is $160,000 - $175,000. This role is eligible to earn an annual discretionary bonus that rewards individual and company performance.

Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Amplify is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in connection with the application or hiring process, please email hiringaccommodations@amplify.com.

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