Manager, Corporate Accounting

Bright Horizons is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Corporate Accounting Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the corporate accounting function. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal policies, and supporting strategic initiatives through financial analysis and process improvements.

This is a hybrid position requiring three days onsite at our headquarters in Newton, MA.

Bright Horizons is trusted by families and employers around the world for high-quality child care and early education, back-up care, and workplace education. We partner with some of the world’s best companies to provide services that help employees perform their best and support families to thrive both personally and professionally.

Responsibilities :

Financial Close and Reporting & Accuracy

Responsible for managing worldwide accounting and SEC disclosures for over 600 leases under ASC 842. Also responsible for ensuring lease related liabilities are paid timely.

Oversee North America fixed asset accounting, including capital vs expense decisions.

Coordinate monthly and quarterly review processes, including balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis and corrections.

Monitor areas of the trial balance, identifying and escalating risks and concerns.

Ensure compliance with GAAP, SEC regulations, and internal policies. Ability to understand accounting concepts, including application of new or changing accounting standards.

Maintain a strong internal control environment and support Sarbanes Oxley compliance.

Ad hoc analysis and projects, as required

Team Leadership & Development

Manage and mentor a team of three professionals, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Align team objectives with strategic goals set by the Company and Accounting Group.

Set clear performance measurements and provide regular feedback and development opportunities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Communicate regularly via Teams, email, and in-person with Operations and Finance Department personnel, clients and vendors, and internal and external auditors to provide accounting expertise and to answer questions and explain accounting practices.

Build trust and credibility with internal stakeholders by serving as a reliable point of contact for financial matters.

Process Improvement

Identify and implement enhancements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

Leverage technology and automation to streamline reporting and analysis.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.

At least five plus (5+) years of progressive accounting experience.

2+ years previous supervisory experience.

Experience accounting for real estate leases under ASC 842 for a multi-location company.

Preferred Attributes :

CPA and experience in public accounting preferred.

Experience with ERPs (Workday experience preferred) and advanced Excel skills.

Costar experience is a plus.

Excellent organizational and communication skills and ability to work in deadline-oriented environment and prioritize effectively.

Detail oriented, self-starter, and highly motivated.

Benefits :

Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements :

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term and short-term disability insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Childcare discount

Salary / Hourly Rate and Other Compensation Disclosures :

The annual starting salary for this position is between $118,000 - $133,000 annually. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Life at Bright Horizons :

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the children, families, and clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Come build a brighter future with us .

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources : Know Your Rights (~ : text=For%20printing%20 / %20posting%20in%20the%20workplace) , Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) () and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) () .

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Compensation : $118,000 - $133,000

Life at Bright Horizons :

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the children, families, and clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Come build a brighter future with us .

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources : Know Your Rights (~ : text=For%20printing%20 / %20posting%20in%20the%20workplace) , Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) () and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) () .

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.