Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Acquisition Accounting Manager to join our team in Boston, Massachusetts. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and transform accounting processes during a pivotal growth period. You will play a critical role in managing acquisition integrations and establishing scalable financial structures for a fast-paced organization.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee the integration of accounting processes for newly acquired entities, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with organizational standards.
• Manage acquisition-related accounting tasks, including purchase accounting cleanup, earn-out schedules, deferred revenue, and detailed sales analysis.
• Transition legacy accounting practices from cash-based methods to structured accrual-based workflows that support scalability.
• Develop and implement consistent month-end close procedures, reconciliations, and controls across multiple entities.
• Facilitate the migration of financial systems from QuickBooks to Sage Intacct, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
• Build robust financial reporting frameworks and controls to support future acquisitions and organizational growth.
• Provide hands-on leadership in the execution of accounting tasks, leveraging 10+ years of senior accounting experience.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure readiness for potential organizational transitions, including exits or acquisitions.
• Drive improvements in accounting systems and processes, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.
• Support financial audits by preparing reconciliations, journal entries, and other necessary documentation.• Proven experience leading accounting integrations for acquisitions.
• Strong expertise in transitioning from cash-based accounting to accrual-based systems.
• Proficiency with Sage Intacct and advanced Excel skills.
• Deep understanding of month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Familiarity with acquisition accounting tasks such as deferred revenue and earn-out schedules.
• Background in tradeshow or events management industries is a plus.
• At least 10 years of experience in senior accounting roles, including Assistant Controller or similar positions.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills to manage complex financial data and reporting.