Manager of Business Intelligence & Accounting Projects
Manager of Business Intelligence & Accounting Projects
Summary: Our publicly traded client headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Manager of Business Intelligence & Accounting Projects to support and drive efficiencies within the Accounting department. This role is responsible for leading a team of 2, managing critical projects, and implementing automation solutions to create a more streamlined and effective work environment while delivering exceptional support to the Accounting team. This role is ideal for a motivated leader with a blend of technical expertise, strategic vision, and a passion for driving process efficiencies within the accounting function.
Location: Charlotte, NC (Southwest Charlotte)
Work Type: Hybrid
Direct Reports: 2
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage a team of analysts and developers supporting accounting projects and initiatives.
• Oversee planning and execution of team processes to meet or exceed goals, ensuring accountability for performance.
• Coordinate with internal and external technical support teams to resolve issues promptly.
• Maintain and enhance existing solutions to ensure business continuity.
• Streamline and automate processes related to the accounting close cycle.
• Support and sustain critical business applications and reporting for the Accounting department.
• Develop and deliver key reports and analytics for management.
• Provide expert advice and innovative automation solutions to accounting partners.
• Contribute to the modernization of existing systems, optimizing processes and resource allocation.
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements and efficiencies within the department.
• Manage system changes, document processes, and resolve critical business issues while ensuring clear communication of project updates and solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, stakeholders, and technology partners.
• Offer data management expertise, share best practices, and support accounting processes, including closing cycles and audit requests.
• Collaborate across departments to align technology solutions with business needs.
• Ensure adherence to proper accounting practices and controls to mitigate risks.
• Handle ad hoc assignments as directed by management.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems.
• 5+ years of related accounting/finance experience, ideally within a large public company.
• 2+ years of management experience (leading direct reports), with exceptional leadership skills
• Advanced proficiency in MS Access and MS Excel.
• Experience with automation tools, preferably Power Automate.
• Experience with Azure DevOps or similar tools.
• Intermediate knowledge of SAP
• Knowledge of SQL and Python
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across all organizational levels.
Category Code: JN001, JN008
