Accounting Manager

At Kognitiv Inc., we’re redefining what it means to be a Workday partner. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the ecosystem, we bring deep expertise, innovative thinking, and a people-first mindset to everything we do. We’re not just building better Workday solutions—we’re building a company where talented people thrive.

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Location Note: While this is a remote position, we are currently unable to hire candidates residing in Quebec, Alberta, Saskatchewan, or Manitoba at this time.

The Accounting Manager leads a team of accounting professionals responsible for core accounting processes across multiple global entities. This role delivers full process leadership, ensures compliance and accuracy of financial records, drives operational efficiencies, and supports broader company objectives in a multi-entity, remote/global environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads, develops, and performance-manages a team of accountants/analysts while fostering an ownership mindset to produce timely and accurate financial reports.

• Owns end-to-end accounting processes (AP, AR, general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting) across global entities, ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS and internal controls.

• Primary liaison between the organization and external auditors, preparing necessary documentation and managing the audit process.

• Drives process improvements, automations, and cross-functional initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability.

• Provides strategic insights, mentors team members, and influences stakeholders on accounting matters in a remote/global setting.

• Oversees multi-entity consolidations, tax compliance support, and ad-hoc projects.

• Builds team capabilities through training, knowledge sharing, and high-impact contributions.

Core Competencies & Behaviors

• Full Process & Team Leadership: Treats accounting processes as their own “business unit”; leads team with full accountability and continuously optimizes operations.

• Strategic Ownership: Translates requirements into actions that support broader company goals; drives improvements with minimal direction.

• Team Stewardship & Mentorship: Actively develops team members, shares knowledge, and builds a high-performing global team.

• Stakeholder Influence & Problem-Solving: Diagnoses issues, implements scalable solutions, and influences cross-functional/global decisions.

• Expectation: Reliable leader who demonstrates strong business acumen, innovation, and ownership at the departmental level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent preferred).

• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a people-management or team-lead role.

• Proficiency in ERP systems, advanced Excel, and financial reporting tools; experience in multi-entity/global operations required.

• Strong leadership, communication, and project-management skills for remote, cross-cultural, global environments.

Pay Transparency Statement:

Kognitiv is committed to a transparent and equitable compensation structure, which is determined by a variety of factors including skill set, experience, education, market data, and internal equity. Candidates invited to a recruiter screen can expect a candid discussion of our compensation philosophy, the specific salary range for this position, and the variable pay opportunities that may be available for this role. For details on our comprehensive benefits package, please visit our careers website.

Kognitiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Kognitiv will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.

Work Authorization

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Kognitiv.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Kognitiv or an affiliated Kognitiv business may not be eligible for consideration.

Estimated Application Deadline

This job postings' application deadline is an estimate, but ultimately the fill date is flexible and the job will remain open until filled. Any updates on deadlines will be communicated through this job posting.