Manager of Corporate Accounting

Join Flex, a fast-growing tech company, as the Manager of Corporate Accounting. In this role, you will oversee key areas of the month-end close process, partner with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the development of accounting policies. You will also mentor junior team members and have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment from our New York headquarters.

• Own the month-end close for core financial statement areas including debt and interest expense, fixed assets, leases, capitalized software, payroll, and share-based compensation.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, supporting schedules, and documentation in accordance with US GAAP, and design and maintain a robust accruals process for operating expenses.
• Identify and drive continuous improvements to close processes, including enhanced documentation, review workflows, and automation opportunities.

• The ideal candidate brings a strong technical accounting foundation, a proactive mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth tech environment
• Strong understanding and application of US GAAP, with practical experience in areas including leasing (ASC 842), debt (ASC 470), share-based compensation (ASC 718), and capitalized software (ASC 350-40)
• Solid knowledge of internal controls and SOX compliance; experience designing and operating controls within a financial close process is strongly preferred
• Must be comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment — nimble and able to pivot quickly
• Active CPA license in good standing
• Prior experience in fintech, financial services, or a regulated industry is preferred, particularly within a high-growth environment
• Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize effectively, and demonstrate leadership and mentorship within the accounting team
• AI-forward mindset with a genuine curiosity for how emerging tools and technologies — including AI assistants like Claude — can be leveraged to enhance and evolve accounting processes, reporting, and workflows; experience experimenting with or implementing AI-driven solutions in an accounting or finance context is a plus
• Experience with ERP systems and financial close tooling; exposure to ERP implementation projects is a plus
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience, with demonstrated ownership of technical accounting areas; prior Big 4 experience is highly preferred
• Excellent communication skills and a high degree of self-awareness, humility, and collaboration — proven ability to build relationships across functions and levels of the organization
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field