Job Title: Accounting Operations Manager

Company Description:

Prime Pensions, Inc. is a well-established actuarial and record-keeping firm specializing in 401(k), profit sharing, and defined benefit plans for employers of all sizes across the United States. Since 1975, the company has been recognized for its innovative plan designs and customized approach that accommodates various investments and plan types. With a strong commitment to accuracy and attention to detail, Prime Pensions ensures high-quality and personalized services through comprehensive oversight of all work. The company has been named one of the top defined contribution plan administrators and one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey by NJBIZ.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Operations Manager to lead core accounting functions with a strong emphasis on ERP implementation/migration & M&A integration. This role plays a key part in modernizing our financial infrastructure and driving process improvement projects while maintaining operational excellence and ensuring compliance with accounting standards during and after system transitions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the accounting lead on data migration projects and ERP implementation projects
• Assist with financial due diligence, integration planning, and execution.
• Lead data integrity and reconciliation efforts before, during, and after system cutover.
• Train and support accounting staff on new systems and workflows.
• Evaluate and improve accounting systems, processes, and tools to enhance efficiency.
• Define and document process changes, controls, and best practices
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Collaborate with external auditors and tax advisors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• Proven experience leading or participating in ERP implementation or migration projects (e.g., NetSuite strongly preferred)
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls
• Understanding of purchase accounting and ASC 805 (Business Combinations).
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large datasets and system integrations.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with M&A transactions is a strong plus.
• Experience in high-growth or acquisitive companies, particularly during transformational periods.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• 401(k) Plan, Employer Contributions
• Annual raises and bonuses
• Health/Vision/Dental insurance
• Voluntary Benefit Coverages
  

Job Type: Full-time, In-Person