Accounting Manager – Global Utility Accounting

Job description

The Accounting Manager is responsible for serving as the primary owner of first‑line accounting reviews, close execution, and key operational controls for variable revenue and utility‑driven accounting processes. The Accounting Manager provides hands‑on leadership across month‑end close, cutoff, variance analysis, and billing‑related accounting activities, while ensuring strong control discipline, accurate financial reporting, and scalable processes as volume and complexity increase. Essential Functions: Own first‑line review and approval of recurring close entries, including variable revenue, metered power, utility accruals, and related adjustments. Lead New / Change cutoff reviews, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely inclusion in the close. Perform first‑level variance analysis, investigate drivers, and prepare clear explanations and supporting documentation. Review reconciliations, schedules, and workpapers prior to escalation for Director‑level exception review. Serve as the designated owner for key accounting and billing‑related controls, including recurring close controls and billing input validations. Ensure control documentation and evidence are complete, accurate,...