Accounting Manager, Metropolis

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role
• Strong foundational knowledge of US GAAP and corporate accounting principles
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, macros)
• Experience working with enterprise-level ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)

Desirable

• Metropolis is seeking a highly analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive Accounting Manager to lead our Corporate Accounting team
• In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day corporate accounting operations, drive the monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes, and ensure compliance with GAAP standards
• As a key leader within the finance department, you will manage a team of accountants, spearhead process improvements, and partner with cross-functional leaders to provide accurate and actionable financial insights
• The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong technical accounting skills, and is passionate about mentorship and team development
• Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for corporate entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of general accountants; foster a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and high performance
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses (e.g. , balance sheet and P&L fluctuations)
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting (SOX compliance where applicable)
• Ensure strict adherence to US GAAP and company policies
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, preparing schedules and providing necessary documentation to ensure a smooth audit process
• Identify inefficiencies in current accounting workflows and implement scalable software automation and process improvements
• Partner with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Legal teams to support corporate initiatives, budgeting, and ad-hoc financial projects