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Summary:
We are currently seeking an Accounting Manager to join our Finance team. This is a hybrid role that requires a combination of remote work and in-office presence, with mandatory attendance at our Dublin office two days per week.
Our Finance team is dedicated to becoming one of the highest-performing teams in the world. We work hard, stay committed to excellence, and take pride in helping #TeamMoney thrives as Clio continues to scale. You’ll be joining a driven, collaborative team that values both performance and having fun along the way. Your role will play an integral part in our continued growth and success.
What you’ll do:
The Accounting Manager, EMEA plays a critical role in overseeing the financial accounting operations for Clio’s EMEA entities and subsidiaries. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting while supporting Clio’s broader global accounting and operational objectives. As a key leader within the Finance Operations team, the Accounting Manager will provide day-to-day oversight of EMEA accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close, while collaborating closely with Clio’s North American and global finance teams. This position is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong technical accounting foundation, experience with US GAAP, IFRS, and ASC 606, and a passion for driving process excellence in a dynamic, multi-entity SaaS environment.
Core Responsibilities:
- Financial Accounting Operations
- Oversee the financial accounting operations of Clio’s EMEA parent and subsidiary corporations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
- Manage transaction-processing functions, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and general ledger maintenance.
- Support the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and key accounting schedules.
Month-End Close & Reporting
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for EMEA entities, ensuring all activities are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Review account reconciliations, flux analyses, and financial statement drafts prepared by team members.
- Prepare or oversee consolidated financial statements, management reports, and management discussion & analysis (MD&A) deliverables.
- Technical Accounting & Compliance
- Identify potential technical accounting issues and perform high-quality research and analysis to determine appropriate accounting treatment under US GAAP, IFRS, and ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition).
- Draft and maintain accounting policies to ensure compliance and consistency across entities.
- Support external audit processes, providing required documentation, reconciliations, and audit responses.
Risk Management & Internal Controls
- Design and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and a Risk and Control Matrix to mitigate risks of material misstatement.
- Continuously assess existing processes to identify control gaps, compliance risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Partner with global teams to ensure alignment with internal controls and SOX compliance objectives.
Process Improvement & Scalability
- Drive process improvements across accounting workflows, leveraging automation and best practices to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support system integrations (e.g., Coupa, NetSuite, Workiva) and new business initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to streamline month-end close and financial reporting processes across global entities.
Leadership & Team Development
- Manage and mentor a growing team of junior, intermediate, and senior accountants, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and growth.
- Set clear performance goals, provide coaching and feedback, and ensure ongoing career development opportunities.
- Serve as a regional accounting leader, representing EMEA in global Finance Ops initiatives and cross-departmental projects.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Liaise with Finance, FP&A, Procurement, Legal, and Operations teams on matters related to accounting, controls, and cash management.
- Act as a trusted partner to business leaders by providing clear insights into financial results, risks, and opportunities.
- Support strategic initiatives such as acquisitions, integrations, and treasury activities in collaboration with global finance stakeholders.
What you may have:
- Professional accounting designation (CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) required.
- 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition).
- Proven experience managing month-end close, consolidations, and multi-entity reporting in a global organization.
- Proficiency with ERP and financial systems (NetSuite, Coupa, Workiva, or similar platforms).
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across time zones and departments.
- Experience in a SaaS or high-growth technology environment is a strong asset.
What Success Looks Like:
- Month-end close completed within target timelines with zero material adjustments.
- Strong internal controls and accurate financial reporting maintained across EMEA entities.
- Team members are engaged, supported, and growing in technical and leadership capability.
- Continuous improvements implemented to streamline workflows and strengthen data integrity.
- Effective collaboration across global teams leading to consistent accounting practices and scalable operations.
What you will find here:
Compensation is one of the main components of Clio’s Total Rewards Program. We have developed a series of programs and processes to ensure we are creating fair and competitive pay practices that form the foundation of our human and high-performing culture.
Some highlights of our Total Rewards program include:
Competitive, equitable salary with top-tier health benefits and dental coverage
Hybrid work environment, with expectation for local Clions (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Dublin and Sydney) to be in office minimum twice per week.
Flexible time off policy
Pension contribution
Clioversary recognition program with special acknowledgement at 3, 5, 7, and 10 years
The expected salary range* for this role is €85,600 to €107,000 to €128,400 EUR. There are a separate set of salary bands for other regions based on local currency.
*Our salary bands are designed to reflect the range of skills and experience needed for the position and to allow room for growth at Clio. For experienced individuals, we typically hire at or around the midpoint of the band. The top portion of the salary band is reserved for employees who demonstrate sustained high performance and impact at Clio. Those who are new to the role may join below the midpoint and develop their skills over time. The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on geographical region, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.
Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Equity (DIBE) & Accessibility
Our team shows up as their authentic selves, and are united by our mission. We are dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion. We pride ourselves in building and fostering an environment where our teams feel included, valued, and enabled to do the best work of their careers, wherever they choose to log in from. We believe that different perspectives, skills, backgrounds, and experiences result in higher-performing teams and better innovation. We are committed to equal employment and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Clio provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Learn more about our culture at clio.com/careers
Disclaimer: We only communicate with candidates through official @clio.com email addresses.