US Manager of Public Accounting

WHO WE ARE & WHAT MAKE’S US A GREAT PLACE TO WORK NPS Prism is a market-leading, cloud-based CX benchmarking and operational improvement platform owned by Bain & Company.

NPS Prism provides its customers with actionable insights and analysis that guide the creation of game-changing customer experiences.

Based on rock-solid sampling, research, and analytic methodology, it lets customers see how they compare to their competitors on overall NPS®, and on every step of the customer journey.

With NPS Prism you can see where you’re strong, where you lag, and how customers feel about doing business with you and your competitors, in their own words.

The result : prioritize the customer interactions that matter most. NPS Prism customers use our customer experience benchmarks and insights to propel their growth and outpace the competition.

Launched in 2019, NPS Prism has rapidly grown to a team of over 200, serving dozens of clients around the world. NPS Prism is 100% owned by Bain & Company, one of the top management consulting firms in the world and a company consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work.

We believe that diversity, inclusion, and collaboration are key to building extraordinary teams. We hire people with exceptional talents, abilities, and potential, then create an environment where you can become the best version of yourself and thrive professionally and personally.

WHAT YOU'LL DO In April 2024, NPS Prism took the next step in our evolution by becoming an independent legal entity, while still retaining our 100% ownership by Bain & Company.

We are hiring an experienced, versatile Manager of Public Accounting to work closely with our Director of Finance as we build our internal accounting capabilities.

At a high level, this role will focus on three main objectives : Under general supervision, perform accounting functions in the Americas general ledger group to prepare timely and accurate global consolidated financial reporting Support worldwide finance teams to ensure proper application of global policies in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) Analyze financial data, maintains and develops accounting controls designed to safeguard company assets, and prepares management reports and financial statements.

Specifically, you’ll focus on the following : Accumulate, journalize, reconcile and report on Global financial information for specific transactions and programs Responsible for reviewing and posting journal entries as part of the month-end close process.

Responsible for preparing and reviewing certain balance sheet reconciliations over various and rotating areas. Review balance sheet and income statement accounts for accuracy.

Prepare and review fluctuation analysis of balance sheet accounts for delivery to senior management. Responsible for all aspects of the month-end financial close including meeting with FP&A and others within the organization, reviewing contracts, and performing calculations and analysis to prepare more complex journal entries and analysis.

Assist in the identification of risks and implementation of new controls where necessary. Prepare detailed audit schedules for year-end and interim reviews.

Remain informed of new and / or changing US GAAP standards. Prepare and review payroll, bonus accrual and vacation accruals entries into SAP Prepare payroll application entries, payroll tax and withholding entries for all entities.

Prepare and review Employee Expenses entries Reconcile expense reports Prepare employee expense cash application journal entries Cash Management Reconcile bank accounts Reconcile Intercompany costs between parent and subsidiaries Align the accounting needs from both a Global perspective as well as local statutory perspective.

Responsible for gaining deep understanding of process and continually assessing and designing new and improved ways of doing things, particularly focused on driving efficiency Independently research and resolve complex accounting and reporting issues (i.

e. new or changing accounting standards, revisions to Bain accounting policies, etc.) Perform other duties and special projects as assigned or as responsibilities dictate Assist in the management of the team with a focus on achievement of overall team goals as well as assisting with supervision and training of individuals in accountant and experienced accountant roles.

Assist in the analysis and development of internal controls for safeguarding company assets. Develop documentation of procedures and recommendations for process improvements.

Represent the company as a highly visible customer service representative, both internally and externally, including inquiries from cost center managers, domestic and international controllers, other finance department staff members, etc.

This is a remote role - while our HQ is in Boston, MA you will be able to work from anywhere in the US. If you would like to work part or full-time from a WeWork or other co-working space, we may be able to provide support.

ABOUT YOU Credentials and experiences A Bachelor’s degree 8+ Years of progressive accounting experience, including experience with a Big 4 accounting firm Experience working in a regional or global accounting environment Knowledge in computer information systems used in financial and / or accounting applications (E.

g., SAP, FloQast, Visual Lease, Workday) Skills and abilities Strong knowledge of US GAAP Ability to research relevant guidance to support and / or suggest proper accounting treatment Excellent problem solving skills, including the ability to logically structure problems using a hypothesis driven approach Ability to work effectively in global teams Excellent written communication skills (in PowerPoint, Word, Excel) Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to adapt oral communication style to varied audiences English language fluency (both written and oral) Flexible and adaptable to change Ability to prioritize time and tasks according to business needs and value, avoid low-value add daily fire-fighting in order to hit long-term goals and objectives Self-starter and the ability to work independently Powered by JazzHR