Senior Accounting Manager

Job Summary:
As the Senior Accounting Manager you'll be responsible for the integrity of the company's financial reporting and accuracy. We are seeking a meticulous, high achieving professional with a proven track record of scaling accounting functions within high-growth environments. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will own the end-to-end month-end and year-end close cycles, manage the external audit, and ensure compliance across all tax and regulatory filings. You will be a strategic partner in financial modeling and projections, overseeing key functions including billing, AR/AP, payroll, and treasury. As a cornerstone of our leadership team, you will design and implement the evolving processes, internal controls and policies necessary to support our next phase of institutional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end GAAP financial reporting process, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual statements and Board-level reporting packages.
• Act as the subject matter expert for ASC 606, overseeing the entire revenue lifecycle—from contract review and billing to collections and sales tax liability.
• Drive the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting, using data-driven modeling to provide business leaders with compelling financial insights.
• Lead year-end audits and ensure seamless statutory filings across multiple jurisdictions, maintaining rigorous internal controls and process documentation.
• Manage the "engine room" of the finance department, including processing and overseeing multi-state payroll, AP/AR, treasury, and trial balance integrity.
• Conduct technical accounting research to ensure the organization remains ahead of regulatory changes and industry best practices.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential
• Any other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.

What We Look For:

• Strategic Mindset: You can break down complex business problems and present concise, executive-level solutions.
• Technical Expert: You possess a deep knowledge of US GAAP including recurring revenue and multi-state payroll regulations.
• Intellectual Curiosity: You are able to think deeply and qualitatively about business problems, breaking down issues and presenting solutions.
• High-Growth Navigator: You are a self-starter who excels in fast-paced environments and can maintain order amidst rapid scaling.
• Trusted Advisor: You have the emotional intelligence to build relationships across all departments, influencing stakeholders at every level.

Required Experience:

• BS/BA in Accounting required; MSA/MBA or active CPA licensure strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of financial preparation experience, ideally within a high-growth SaaS or Technology firm.
• Proven expertise in ASC 606 Revenue Recognition and financial modeling.
• 3–5 years of FP&A experience combined with 2+ years of hands-on payroll accounting.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with multi-jurisdictional sales tax and statutory filings.

Fluency pays all employees based on U.S. nationwide averages for each role, designed to ensure pay equity. This is a full-time, remote position that requires legal authorization to work in the U.S. Starting pay range is 106,000 to $122,000 and is determined by job-related skills, experience, and knowledge. The role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, equity options, and a comprehensive benefits package including;

• Medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and their families
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Four weeks of Combined Time Off (CTO), flexible schedule and and twelve holidays
• Maternity and parental leave
• Employee wellness programs and mental health support
• Remote work flexibility and home office stipends