At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the accounting team and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Company: Join Forrester, a trailblazing tech company with a vibrant community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and supportive work environment.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of learning and collaboration at Forrester.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic role while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in accounting or finance; CPA/M.B.A. is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
At Forrester, we’re trusted to work on trailblazing, mission critical problems that business and technology leaders face today. That’s why we’re always looking to empower talented individuals to perform at their best every single day. We’re proud of our community of smart people and vibrant voices who come together to do what’s right by our clients and each other. Our success is driven by curiosity, courage and customer obsession.
About This Role:
The Accounting Manager oversees the daily operations of the organization’s general ledger accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with applicable laws and standards. Responsibilities include managing the general ledger, supervising accounting staff, preparing financial statements, coordinating audits, and ensuring timely month-end and quarter-end closes. The role also involves analyzing financial data, maintaining internal controls, and collaborating with other departments to improve financial processes. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and knowledge of accounting principles (US GAAP) are essential.
Responsibilities include:
- Manage the month-end and quarter-end closes in accordance with US GAAP by ensuring timely and accurate completion of account reconciliations for accounts payables, fixed assets, accruals, prepaids, and cash accounts.
- Oversee and support additional accounting functions, such as AP and expenses.
- Oversee monthly and quarterly management reports, including P&L variance and MD&A analysis.
- Assist with internal and external audit requirements, including documentation and testing.
- Participate in the external reporting cycle including preparation of audit schedules and SEC filings.
- Recommend and develop process and system improvements that increase the teams’ efficiency and effectiveness and improve CX and EX.
- Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
- Prepare stock comp and equity accounting as part of the quarterly close process.
- Hiring, training and supervising accounting staff.
Job Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. CPA/M.B.A. is a plus.
- Five-plus years of related experience.
- Public accounting experience is a plus.
- Hands-on working knowledge of financial applications. Experience with PeopleSoft, Concur, and E-Trade are a plus.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
- Intelligence, confidence, initiative, and energy.
- Must be highly proficient with Microsoft Excel.
- Experience using AI tools is a plus.
We’re a network of knowledge and experience leading to richer, fuller careers. Here, we’re always learning. Whether you want to hone your strengths or discover new ones, Forrester is the place to go for it. It’s a place where everyone is given the tools, support, and runway they need to go far. We’ll be right there beside you, every step of the way. Let’s be bold, together.
Accounting Manager employer: Forrester Research
At Forrester, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work environment in Cambridge, where innovation and collaboration thrive. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous learning opportunities and a supportive culture that encourages boldness and curiosity. With competitive benefits and a focus on work-life balance, we empower our Accounting Manager to lead with confidence while making a meaningful impact on our clients and the community.
