Senior Accounting Manager

Optimizely is focused on unlocking digital potential and we are the recognized category leader in Digital Experience Platform (DXP) and created the category for A/B Testing and experimentation software. We have incredible customers – isn’t that one of the most important aspects of looking for your next job?
Optimizely has over 9,000 brands from global organizations such as Visa, Sky, Yamaha, Wall Street Journal to tech innovators like Atlassian, DocuSign, FitBit and Zillow.
Not only are we financially sound and growing but we have unicorn status: Exceeded $300M in revenue in 2020, is profitable already, and has all strategic options ahead of itself. Optimizely continues to invest and addresses a market opportunity north of $30 billion, providing significant personal career growth opportunities.
We are an inclusive culture with a global team of 1200+ people across the US, Europe, Australia, and Vietnam. We blend European and American business culture with emphasis on teamwork, inclusion, and moving fast. People make the difference!
If you are looking to work on the next generation of digital technologies in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment, apply! We’re just getting started...
Introduction
We are looking for a knowledgeable Senior Accounting Manager who can lead and motivate accounting staff members and increase department accuracy and efficiency. The Accounting Manager will delegate, supervise, and participate in accounting department tasks, oversee the recording, tracking, and reporting of financial information, hire, train, and motivate accounting staff members, develop, and implement department controls and procedures, and ensure that the department operates efficiently without sacrificing accuracy. The role will report to the Director of Accounting in the United States.
To succeed as a Senior Accounting Manager, you should be analytical, detail-oriented, and honest. The ideal Senior Accounting Manager should possess excellent leadership and interpersonal skills as well as a strong understanding of accounting and management principles and financial legislation. Some knowledge of US tax compliance is also required for this role.
Job Responsibilities
Hiring, training, and motivating accounting staff members while supervising and delegating department tasks.
Evaluating, developing, and improving department controls, systems, and procedures that increase accuracy and efficiency.
Assist Director of Accounting with overseeing the daily activities of the accounting department and ensuring that all major projects, month-end, and year-end reports are completed accurately and on time.
Perform journal entries and account reconciliations for month-end and as needed.
Ensuring that all accounting processes align with GAAP/IFRS and current financial legislation.
Analyzing financial data and creating reports for management, stakeholders, and external parties, such as vendors or lenders.
Maintaining accurate and complete financial records and participating in audits or reconciliations, as needed.
Assisting other departments as they develop strategies, establish objectives, and make decisions that could have a financial impact on the business.
Keeping informed about the latest developments in the finance industry.
Assisting Senior Accountant/Tax Coordinator with tax compliance.
Knowledge and Experience
Experience in Management, Accounting, or a related field may be preferred.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Strong understanding of accounting, finance, and management principles.
Exceptional math skills.
Proficiency with computers, especially bookkeeping software, and MS Office. Preferred experience using NetSuite. Experience using Blackline and/or Avalara also would be good.
High level of efficiency and accuracy.
Willingness to comply with all local, state, federal, and company regulations.
Attention to detail and the ability to analyze large amounts of data.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Competencies
Communicating Effectively
Driving Continuous Improvement
Following Policies and Procedures
Prioritizing and Organizing Work
Acquiring Information
Optimizely is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Optimizely is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.