Manager, Accounting

TriNet is a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses (SMBs). We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers' compensation insurance. 

TriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you're passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients' business success with extraordinary HR.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Manager, Accounting is responsible for supervising a team of accountants, reviewing journal entries and reconciliations, and makes sure that the account balances are up-to-date and compliant with standards. This position is responsible for supervising systems experts in the maintenance and operation of the Oracle Fusion ERP system. This position is responsible for tight deadlines and a variety of accounting activities, such as oversight of projects, quarterly reviews, and year-end audits

Essential Duties/Responsibilites

•  Lead a team of accountants in the execution of monthly close operations
• Maintain finance ledgers, including routine maintenance and monthly closes  
• Lead the ongoing maintenance and operation of the Oracle Fusion ERP system  
• Lead the accounts payable function, partnering the with corresponding US business partner
• Supervise and review account reconciliation and analysis for their assigned area of responsibility      
• Manage journal entries including maintenance of recurring journal entries and allocations       
• Monitor and analyze financial accounting data      
• Plan, coordinate, and execute quarterly and annual financial deliverables
• Compile information for the Company's regulatory filings
• Implement policies and procedures with an emphasis on internal controls, as required       
• Assist in documenting internal processes/controls as well as developing improvements as appropriate
• Assist in implementing and ongoing testing of SOX control processes, ensuring that they function as intended     
• Make recommendations to business stakeholders
• Provide responses to auditor queries and assists in overall coordination of audit tasks, requests and communications.     
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS

Education    

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field - required
• General education, vocational training and/or on-the-job training
• Chartered Accountant (mandatory

Work Experience      

• Typically 10+ years in Accounting or Finance - required
• Minimum 3 to 5 years managing a team within accounting - required
• Experience in a progressive accounting environment for a Fortune 1000 size company and/or medium or larger public accounting firm with high volume transactions and a disciplined close process - preferred

Licenses and Certifications    

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to show excellent theoretical and practical grasp of GAAP accounting principles, including accounting standards codification, understanding of accounting processes, and proficient in ERP/accounting-based systems including Oracle financials
• Experience in SOX control execution/documentation desirable  
• Experience with Oracle Financials accounting platform a plus    
• Highly effective leadership skills reflecting ownership/accountability, critical thinking, collaboration, demonstrated ability to inspire and empower others, promote inclusivity, transparency and resiliency      
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
• Ability to learn, develop, and grow from mistakes; willingness to learn and develop new skills; and to adjust and adapt to a fast paced continually changing business and work environment      
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite specifically Excel, Outlook, and Teams      

Work Environment:

• Work in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office work setting. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position is 100% in office.

Please Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business necessity.

TriNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact to request such an accommodation.