Accounting Manager
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Manager-level Accounting role at Stackline. Seattle · $130,000–$150,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Run the month-, quarter- and year-end close, assigning work, reviewing entries and signing off on reported results
- Write US GAAP memos on revenue, leases and R&D capitalization, then explain your conclusions to non-accountants
- Prepare annual US GAAP statements and footnotes, and coordinate auditor requests through issue resolution
- Trace transaction flows and controls to protect accounting accuracy, then recommend process improvements
- Lead accounting projects from planning through rollout, including documentation and staff training
What you bring
- At least five years in accounting and finance, ideally spanning public accounting and high-growth companies
- Hands-on experience applying ASC 606 to subscription revenue
- A track record serving as the main contact for external auditors
- You can explain technical accounting clearly to non-finance audiences, both in writing and conversation
Who this fits
This is a hands-on manager role combining technical accounting work with relationships across auditors, employees and finance. You’ll work from the Seattle office four days each week.
From the employer
About The Role:
Stackline is looking for an Accounting Manager to own the month-end close, financial statements, and to be a trusted, visible partner to our auditors, employees, and the finance team. This is a hands-on technical role and a relationship role in equal measure.
This is a hybrid role (4 days/week in office) at our Seattle office.
What You Will Do:
- Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, including timeline, task assignments, reviews, and sign-off, ensuring accuracy and consistency of reported results.
- Research and document US GAAP technical memos, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting, and R&D capitalization, and explain conclusions clearly to non-accounting stakeholders.
- Prepare year-end US GAAP financial statements and footnotes.
- Coordinate audit requests with external auditors, and research and resolve audit issues raised.
- Own the integrity of key accounting processes by understanding transaction flows and internal controls, and recommending efficiency improvements.
- Lead accounting projects from scoping through implementation, including documentation and training.
- Perform special projects assigned by the Finance lead.
Who We Are Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
- 5+ years of accounting and finance experience, preferably in a mix of professional services (public accounting) and high-growth companies.
- CPA, highly preferred
- Hands-on ASC 606 experience with subscription revenue; SaaS experience strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of internal controls and compliance requirements.
- Ability to define, implement, and manage the creation of new processes.
- Ability to leverage technology to invent, improve, and scale.
- Demonstrated experience as a primary point of contact for external auditors.
- A track record of explaining technical accounting to non-finance audiences, in writing and in person.
Bonus Points If You Have:
- MBA or other advanced business degree.
Benefits and Perks
It’s important that each and every employee feels they are supported and can complete their life’s best work today and in the future. As part of that, we are committed to doing our part in addressing pay gaps and discrepancies by providing pay transparency for all of our roles. Actual salaries are just one component of the compensation package and may vary above or below the range based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, geographical location, and performance. The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $150,000 per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and other team-specific awards. In addition we provide a robust benefits and perks package that includes:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage that actually supports you — including HSA with company match and FSA options
- Fertility benefits to support your path to parenthood
- 401(k) with company match to help you plan ahead
- Company-paid life insurance
- 20 days of PTO + 9 company holidays to truly unplug
- Paid parental leave for all parents — because family matters
- Summer Fridays (log off at 3pm and enjoy it)
- Regular in-office social events including happy hours and catered lunches
- A thoughtfully stocked kitchen with healthy snacks and fresh fruit
Stackline is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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