Senior Manager, Accounting

Location: Individual may be based near any Astound office nationwide. Mostly remote position, but may need to commute into the local office as needed on an intermittent basis.

Astound Broadband, the sixth-largest cable operator in the United States, is a leading supplier of cutting-edge technology and communications services-and applicants like you make it all possible. To develop your career, we provide one-on-one training and coaching, a supportive work environment and the opportunity to represent a superior telecommunications company.

Additionally, we offer a robust benefits package, including rewards, recognition and employee discounts to ensure your continued success. With us, you'll stay empowered to do your best work by creating astounding possibilities for local communities and beyond.

Position Overview:

The Senior Manager, Accounting will play a key role in supporting the corporate accounting team. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of financial reporting and accounting processes across the organization. The Senior Manager, Accounting will oversee the month-end close process, reconciliations, reporting, and disclosures, with a primary focus on leases and debt.

A Day in the Life of the Senior Manager, Accounting:

• Lead and manage the month-end close process, including reconciliations, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with internal and external reporting requirements
• Focus on accounting for leases and debt, ensuring proper recognition, measurement, and disclosure in financial statements
• Collaborate with external auditors, divisional directors of finance, FP&A, Tax, and Treasury teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance
• Design and implement effective accounting policies and procedures. Act as the subject matter expert on technical accounting matters and provide guidance to the team and other departments
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring all disclosures are accurate and comply with SEC regulations
• Prepare and review white papers on complex accounting issues and communicate effectively on deal arrangements and other technical matters
• Participate in special projects, system enhancements, and ad-hoc analyses
• Lead and mentor a team of Accounting professionals, while delivering large-scale projects
• Actively support, promote and advance all aspects of Astound's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) goals and initiatives, recognizing it as a business priority, including creating a work environment where all employees feel valued, respected, heard and empowered to do their best work
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Table:

• 7-10 years of direct accounting experience overseeing month-end close process, reconciliations, reporting, and disclosures
• Minimum 3 years of Big 4 Audit experience is required
• Demonstrated experience with major ERP systems and SEC reporting requirements is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of accounting standards, SEC reporting requirements, and technical accounting issues
• Strong ability to manage large volumes of data and maintain a high level of accuracy
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to handle large datasets and complex financial models
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare detailed reports and white papers
• Proficient in the utilization of all the Microsoft Office Suite programs, including, but not limited to MS Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Abillity to air travel up to 5%

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• CPA certification is required

We're Proud to Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:

• 401k retirement plan, with employer match
• Insurance options including: medical, dental, vision, life and STD insurance
• Paid Time Off/Vacation: Starting at 80 hours per year, and increases based on tenure with the organization
• Floating Holiday: 40 hours per year
• Paid Holidays: 7 days per year
• Paid Sick Leave: Astound allows a number of paid sick hours per calendar year and varies based on state and/or local laws
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program

*Benefits listed above are for regular full-time position

Base Salary: The base salary range for this position is $130,000- $154,000 annually, plus opportunities for bonus and benefits. The base pay range represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and capabilities.

Our Mission Statement:

* Take care of our customers

* Take care of each other

* Do what we say we are going to do

* Have fun

Diverse Workforce / EEO:

Astound Broadband is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are dedicated to cultivating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected and empowered. Discrimination of any kind has no place here. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.

FCO (For San Francisco Candidates Only):

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

CCPA Employee Privacy Policy (For California Candidates Only): https://www.astound.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/CCPA-Employee-Privacy-Notice.pdf