Accounting Manager

The Viant Accounting & Finance team seeks an Accounting Manager, an integral member of the accounting team, responsible for managing day-to-day general accounting activities and collaborating cross-functionally. The Manager of Accounting will be heavily involved in the month-end close and quarterly reporting process, leveraging technology to drive efficiencies and automation. This role will assist the Sr. Manager of Accounting with all aspects of the financial close process and other crucial internal and external reporting needs.

• Responsibility over the general ledger and corresponding monthly close process, including accounts payable’s close process
• Partner with the co-GL manager to effectively manage team of 5 including hiring, training, and developing the accounting team members
• Drive the integration of technology tools, including ERP implementations, accounting software, Excel data tools, and AI tools
• Assist with the management and review of external and internal audit requests
• Preparation of the monthly financial statements and other internal and external financial reports, including fluctuation analyses
• Review journal entries prepared by other team members and balance sheet reconciliations monthly
• Works closely with the Sr. Accounting Manager and Internal Audit team to develop and maintain appropriate internal controls over all aspects of accounting transaction processing and reporting
• Drive continuous improvement in the financial close process and across the department by implementing efficiencies and best practices
• Work cross-functionally with other teams such as operations, finance, or other accounting teams to streamline accounting processes
• Ensure compliance with external reporting requirements such as bank covenants and tax filings
• Determine treatment and record any unusual and non-recurring transactions
• Manage accruals to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Assist with special projects, SEC reporting, and finance support projects as needed

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years relevant accounting experience and experience working in a supervisory role
• CPA credential required, active or inactive status
• Outstanding knowledge of accounting and GAAP
• Combination of public accounting and industry experience preferred
• Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work setting, adept at adjusting to evolving needs and timelines.
• Strong attention to detail and high-level of accuracy
• Strong communication and interpersonal relationship-building skills
• Able to handle extremely sensitive information
• Excellent IT skills: experience with ERP systems/Accounting software and advanced Excel skills required (Power Query, AI Tools, Data Rails)
• ERP Implementation experience is preferred (Net Suite, Sage or SAP)

Investing in our employee’s professional growth is important to us, but so is investing in their well-being. That’s why Viant was voted one of the best places to work and some of our favorite employee benefits include fully paid health insurance
,
paid parental leave
and
unlimited PTO
and more.

$130,000 - $150,000 a year

In accordance with California law, the range provided is Viant’s reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. Final title and compensation for the position will be based on several factors including work experience and education.

Viant is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Viant prohibits unlawful discrimination against employees or applicants based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, reproductive health decision making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, military status, veteran status, uniformed service member status, sexual orientation, transgender identity, citizenship status, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

Viant also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.