Manager, Corporate Accounting

Company Description

NIQ is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Manager in Corporate Accounting to join our growing finance team. This role will be instrumental in overseeing the day-to-day operations of our corporate accounting function, while ensuring compliance with accounting standards, managing monthly / quarterly / annual close processes and supporting complex accounting areas as NIQ continues its journey as a newly public company.

This position will report to the Senior Manager – Corporate Accounting.

Job Description

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Oversee general ledger functions and ensure the accuracy of journal entries
• Review and oversight of key complex US GAAP and IFRS technical accounting topics such as share-based compensation, leases, pensions and derivatives
• Review and approve account reconciliations and supporting documentation for individual general ledger accounts
• Develop and implement efficient accounting processes and internal controls
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal corporate accounting policies
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and assess the impact on the company
• Manage and mentor a team of hub accountants, providing training, guidance and performance feedback
• Support the timely preparation of support underlying footnotes included in periodic financial statements that are filed with the SEC (e.g., Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Real Estate, Legal and Treasury) to conduct analyses
• Investigate and resolve complex business partner inquiries, accounting deviations and other data anomalies
• Prepare and review key accounting records in compliance with accounting policies, guidelines and industry best practices
• Contribute to process-improvement initiatives (e.g., ERP enhancements) by leveraging technology that could automate or speed up internal processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant, or actively pursuing professional licensure.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of relevant experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) or within a medium to large international organization.
• Familiarity with lease accounting and related tools (Costar, Nakisa), highly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills; capable of engaging professionally across all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a deadline-driven environment, with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Detail oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently while thriving in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
• Skilled at building relationships and working cross-functionally with various departments and levels of management.
• Experience with ERP and consolidation systems, preferably SAP or OneStream is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with intermediate to advanced Excel capabilities.
• Experience with US GAAP accounting, administration and analyses and SOX-compliant controls for multinational companies transacting in multiple currencies.

Additional Information

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $92,00-$131,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include a flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support, and more.

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensur