Manager, Close and Consolidations

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Lead and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of   consolidated   financial results.   Oversee consolidation processes, including intercompany eliminations, currency translation, equity accounting, and system consolidations.   Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal accounting policies, and external reporting requirements.   Partner with regional finance, FP&A, tax, and controllership teams to resolve complex accounting and consolidation issues.   Review and analyze   consolidated   financial statements, balance sheets, and key variance drivers, providing clear explanations to senior leadership.   Support internal and external audits by coordinating documentation, responding to inquiries, and ensuring issue resolution.   Drive process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives across close and consolidation activities.   Lead, coach, and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Education   Bachelor’s degree in Accounting , Finance, or   a related   field (required).   Master’s degree in Accounting , Finance, or MBA (preferred).   Experience and Skills   Required:   Typically   6-8 years of progressive experience in accounting, financial close, and consolidation roles, including   people   leadership.   Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.   Hands ‑ on   experience with consolidation systems and enterprise financial platforms (e.g., Hyperion, OneStream, SAP, or similar).   Strong analytical,   problem ‑ solving , and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting matters clearly.   Experience partnering with auditors and   cross ‑ functional   stakeholders.   Preferred:   Experience in a global, matrixed organization within a regulated industry.   Prior experience supporting   carve ‑ outs , separations, or major business transformations.   Demonstrated success driving process improvements and system enhancements.   CPA or equivalent professional certification.   Advanced Excel and financial reporting tool   proficiency .