What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Accounting Manager position at Brennan Staffing Group Inc.?
Company Description
Brennan Staffing Group Inc., established in 2021, builds on the trust and excellence earned over decades of hard work and partnership. Serving as the preferred staffing partner for New England's top companies, Brennan Staffing specializes in providing highly qualified accounting and financial professionals for both temporary and permanent roles across various industries, including High Tech, Biotech, Healthcare, Public Accounting, and more. Leveraging over 70 years of combined experience in the Boston and Greater Boston area.
Role: Corporate Accounting Manager
Our client - Make an Impact. Own the Numbers. Help Build What’s Next.
We are partnering with a founder‑led, growing organization seeking an Accounting Manager who combines technical expertise with ownership, judgment, and leadership. This role is ideal for someone who wants real responsibility—not just closing the books, but helping shape how the business runs, scales, and succeeds.
You’ll lead the close, strengthen systems and controls, mentor a talented team, and work closely with leadership to support smart decision‑making.
Responsibilities
- Own financial system integrations, GL mapping, and accounting controls, including Internal Systems.
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes; manage the close calendar, journal entries, and reconciliations
- Review the balance sheet and bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy across multiple entities
- Oversee revenue recognition, financial reporting, and KPI/variance analysis
- Review and approve monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Maintain debt schedules and prepare/review bank compliance certificates
- Oversee banking and treasury activities, including cash forecasting, fraud prevention controls, and bank portal administration
- Manage corporate credit cards, new bank accounts, and regulatory requirements (including FinCEN/BOI)
- Supervise Accounts Payable and Payroll functions, ensuring timely, accurate processing and compliance
- Review payroll, benefits, and 401(k) funding, filings, and year‑end reporting (W‑2s, 941 reconciliation)
- Prepare payroll and operational reporting for management
- Review multi‑state sales tax, fuel tax, and regulatory filings; maintain internal control documentation
- Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and oversee financial and 401(k) audits
- Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members; run team huddles, delegate effectively, and maintain SOPs
- Support business growth initiatives, including new entity setup and acquisition integration
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CPA‑track strongly preferred)
- 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including team leadership
- Strong expertise in general ledger, close, and financial reporting
- Experience with ERPs and financial system integrations
- Background in multi‑entity and multi‑state environments
- Solid understanding of internal controls, audits, and compliance
- Payroll, benefits, and 401(k) oversight experience
- Hands‑on, detail‑oriented leader who thrives in a fast‑moving, founder‑led environment
- Strong communication skills and sound professional judgment
Why You’ll Love This Role
- High visibility and direct access to leadership
- Real ownership, not bureaucracy
- Opportunity to build, improve, and scale finance processes
- A seat at the table as the company grows