Accounting Manager
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LegalZoom has been providing accessible and affordable online legal services for over 20 years. Since 2001, we've helped millions of customers launch, run, and grow their businesses, secure their intellectual property, and protect their loved ones with estate planning documents.

As the industry leader in business formations, innovation remains at the center of all we do. LegalZoom employees are creative thinkers and problem-solvers who thrive on collaboration and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. Together, we're working to make a positive impact on the world.

This position is 100% remote and is not required to come into the office.

Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Manager, Accounting and Consolidations, to help lead and manage the daily operations of our accounting department strategy. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising accounting staff, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and overseeing the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes. This role requires maintaining compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements, while also providing valuable insights into the company's financial performance. The Manager, Accounting and Consolidations, will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and play a key role in shaping the organization's overall financial strategy.

You will

Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned accounting areas and collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the impact of business events, transactions, and initiatives within these areas.

Research and resolve complex technical accounting issues, providing recommendations for the treatment of new transactions and drafting accounting memoranda.

Ensure policies and processes are well documented, applied consistently, and broadly understood.

Manage and ensure timely completion of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, and support the preparation of management reports and financial analysis to aid decision-making.

Supervise balance sheet reconciliations and business process controls to ensure continuous compliance with SOX 404.

Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring all required documentation and support are provided.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and work closely with the ERP engineering team to implement automation initiatives that enhance and streamline accounting workflows.

Mentor and develop a team of accounting professionals, providing coaching, guidance, and support to foster their professional growth.

Assist with special projects and other duties as needed.

Occasional travel may be required as needed.

You have

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent certification preferred).

6+ years of relevant accounting experience, with exposure to both public accounting and industry sectors.

In-depth knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance, expertise in financial reporting standards, excellent project management skills, and experience in fast-paced, global public company environments.

Strong leadership capabilities, with experience managing and motivating a team.

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to efficiently manage tight deadlines, while being a team-oriented self-starter who thrives under pressure and effectively handles workload and relationships.

Remote employees should confirm that the internet service available has adequate bandwidth to support all work processes.

LegalZoom is a remote-first company and the national range for this role is ($101,300-$131,250). Actual compensation offered will depend on several factors including but not limited to: geographic location, work experience, education, skill level, and/or other business and organizational needs. In addition, an annual bonus, incentive bonus and/or restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package. You will also receive a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits as seen below.

• 401k, With Matching Contributions
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Plus other wellness benefits to include:

• Fringe lifestyle benefits up to $250

Join us in making a difference as we build our future and help ensure access to professional legal advice to all! LegalZoom is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity, equality, and inclusion, and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. LegalZoom prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Additionally, LegalZoom is enrolled in the E-Verify program. For additional information on E-Verify, please visit Participation and Right to Work pages.

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