Manager - General Accounting / Project

Amplify is a leader in K–12 education technology, providing curriculum, assessment, and supplemental learning experiences to millions of students and teachers. The Manager of General Accounting will oversee general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and compliance, while leading a team and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure accurate financial operations and support the organization's financial health. This role offers opportunities to contribute to process improvements and advance a career in accounting and finance.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, financial statement analysis, and audit support
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of financial statements, audit schedules, and financial analyses for senior management decision-making
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support revenue and expense accruals, analyze financial statement fluctuations, and explain budget variances
• Oversee complex technical accounting processes, including areas such as revenue recognition and inventory costing
• Establish operational objectives and ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of accounting professionals by providing coaching, guidance, and support to drive performance and professional growth
• Coordinate and support external audits, including preparing audit schedules and responding to audit inquiries
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and general accounting procedures
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and the use of data analytics tools to improve efficiency, strengthen internal controls, identify trends and variances, and enhance forecasting accuracy
• Partner with finance and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for operational improvements and scalable accounting processes
• Make complex accounting decisions in collaboration with the Controller and finance leadership

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
• Prior public accounting experience preferred. Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in accounting leadership roles
• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP
• Proficiency with ERP systems, with experience in NetSuite or similar platforms
• Proven leadership skills with experience building, managing and developing a team
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence key stakeholders
• Ability to think strategically and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analytics tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, and Tableau
• Knowledge of internal controls best practices
• Passion for continuous learning and professional development