GL Manager Accounting

Yext is the leading digital presence platform for multi-location brands, with thousands of customers worldwide. With one central platform, brands can seamlessly deliver consistent, accurate, and engaging experiences and meaningfully connect with customers anywhere in the digital world. Our AI and machine learning technology powers the knowledge behind every customer engagement, which is only possible through our team of innovators and enthusiastic collaborators. Join us and experience firsthand why we are consistently recognized as a "Best Place to Work" globally by industry leaders such as Built In, Fortune, and Great Place To Work! We are looking for a highly skilled Accounting Manager to join our growing and dynamic accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the monthly close process, analytical and financial metrics, team management & development, and process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen the overall control environment. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Accounting based in the U.S., you will lead a team of three and serve as the India Accounting Team Lead. Key responsibilities include managing aspects of the close process, such as cash, prepaids, fixed assets, publishers, and capitalizable software, while driving process improvements and automation initiatives. The ideal candidate should be eager to go beyond traditional accounting responsibilities and demonstrate strong management, communication, and problem-solving skills. You should have the ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment and possess a collaborative mindset to drive the company's growth and scalability. Your responsibilities will include assisting in managing the month-end close and reporting process for Accounting, managing day-to-day accounting operations related to the close process, developing and mentoring a high-performing team, researching and implementing new accounting policies and procedures, reviewing accounting transactions for accuracy and compliance with GAAP and SEC regulations, summarizing complex transactions for senior leadership, leading and participating in process improvement initiatives, collaborating cross-functionally to provide financial insights, managing external auditors, supporting strategic company projects, and communicating and executing team vision and strategy. The ideal candidate should have a BA/BS degree in Accounting or a related field, be a Chartered Accountant or equivalent professional designation, have 8+ years of accounting experience (preferably with Big 4 background or Big 4/private mix & working in US Public Company), possess advanced Microsoft Excel skills, exhibit strong leadership experience, be detail-oriented and process-driven, have strong analytical skills, be able to work well under pressure, have experience in finance/business process improvement initiatives, and be proficient in systems such as NetSuite, Coupa, Workday, Blackline, Floqast, and Tableau or equivalent systems. At Yext, we offer a wide range of benefits and perks to ensure our employees are at their best, including performance-based compensation, a comprehensive leave package, health & wellness offerings, relocation benefits, and a world-class office with top-notch amenities. Join us in our mission to transform the enterprise with AI search and be a part of our global team of innovators and collaborative thought leaders.,