Corporate Accounting Manager at Vestis Corporation

Job Details

Description

Position Overview:

The Corporate Accounting Manager will play a key leadership role within the Company’s accounting organization, supporting a publicly traded, multi-entity enterprise with approximately $2.8B in annual revenue. This role will work closely with the Controller – Operational Accounting to oversee the monthly close process, manage quarter- and year-end SEC reporting, and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal controls.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with public company experience who can manage deadlines, develop talent, and partner cross-functionally to drive accurate and timely financial reporting.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

Financial Close & Reporting

• Manage and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial results.
• Own critical close areas and high-risk accounts rather than only reviewing.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the accounting team.
• Build and maintain key rollforwards, disclosure support schedules, and tie-outs.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and company accounting policies.
• Coordinate preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and related disclosures.
• Partner closely with the Controller – Operational Accounting to address complex accounting matters and ensure consistent application of accounting policies.
  
  

Team Leadership & Development

• Directly manage and mentor 2–3 accounting professionals, providing guidance, performance feedback, and career development.
• Allocate workload, set priorities, and ensure deadlines are met during close and reporting cycles.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the accounting team.
  
  

Technical Accounting & Compliance

• Support adoption of new accounting standards and assess impacts on financial statements and disclosures.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting (SOX), including coordination with internal and external auditors.
• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
  
  

Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency, reporting accuracy, and scalability of accounting processes.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Legal, IT, and operational finance teams on financial reporting matters.
• Assist with special projects as assigned, including system implementations, process automation, and integration of acquisitions.
  
  

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or public company experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Prior experience managing or reviewing monthly close and external financial reporting.
• Proven people management experience with direct reports.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  
  

Preferred

• Experience supporting medium to large publicly traded organizations.
• Public accounting background and/or experience.
• Experience with Oracle ERP and related financial reporting tools, including Hyperion and Smart View.
• Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI.
• SOX compliance experience.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to partner effectively with senior leadership.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Hands-on leadership style with a continuous improvement mindset.
  
  

Working Environment/Safety Requirements/Physical Requirements

• No special physical requirements for this position. Position is situated in an office environment.