Manager, Corporate Accounting

Manager, Corporate Accounting

Position type: Full-time, hybrid

Location: North Metro Atlanta (Alpharetta, GA)

About Arclin

You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we're here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.

With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin's materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®'s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.

As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we're looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can't. Together, we'll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Accounting (SAP S/4HANA & Transformation), this role is responsible for executing and managing core corporate accounting activities, supporting the global close process, and playing a key role in the SAP S/4HANA transformation along with supporting accounting within all Arclin ERPs.

This position will act as a hands-on leader and subject matter expert, supporting general ledger activities, driving process standardization across multiple ERPs (SAP, JDE, IFS, BC), and ensuring data integrity and SOX-compliant processes in a complex, evolving environment.

Additionally, this role will lead all aspects of purchase accounting and financial integration related to the Aramids acquisition, serving as the primary owner of acquisition accounting, valuation coordination, and ongoing reporting alignment.

Key Responsibilities

SAP S/4HANA Implementation & Process Execution

• Support the Director in the SAP S/4HANA implementation, specifically across GL and close-related processes
• Participate in design workshops, testing cycles (SIT/UAT), and data validation tied to financial processes
• Help translate global design standards into day-to-day accounting execution models
• Identify and escalate process gaps, data inconsistencies, and integration issues across ERP systems

Global Close & Corporate Accounting Operations

• Manage and execute key components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Review and/or prepare journal entries and accruals, account reconciliations, and flux and variance analysis
• Ensure timely and accurate consolidation inputs across multiple ERP systems
• Partner with shared services (AP/AR), business units, and FP&A to resolve close issues
• Drive consistency and discipline in close timelines and deliverables

Multi-ERP Environment Management & Acquisition Integration

• Support accounting operations across SAP, JDE, IFS, and Business Central, ensuring alignment with corporate policies
• Assist in managing inter-system reconciliations and data integrity issues during the transition to SAP
• Standardize processes and reduce manual adjustments across legacy systems

Aramids Acquisition / Purchase Accounting

• Lead and manage all aspects of purchase accounting for the Aramids acquisition in accordance with US GAAP (ASC 805), including coordination of purchase price allocation (PPA) with third-party valuation specialists, recording and validation of opening balance sheet entries, and identification and documentation of goodwill, intangible assets, and fair value adjustments
• Ensure seamless integration of Aramids financial results into corporate close and consolidation processes
• Establish and maintain audit-ready documentation supporting key accounting judgments and valuation assumptions
• Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, external advisors, and auditors to validate conclusions and ensure alignment
• Support ongoing accounting for acquisition-related items, including amortization of intangible assets, inventory and fixed asset step-up tracking, and deferred revenue and other fair value adjustments
• Drive alignment of Aramids accounting policies, processes, and controls with Arclin's SOX-compliant environment

SOX Compliance & IPO Readiness

• Execute and maintain SOX-compliant processes and controls across accounting activities
• Prepare and maintain audit-ready documentation, including journal entries, reconciliations, and control evidence
• Support internal and external audits by responding to audit requests and ensuring completeness and accuracy of documentation
• Identify control gaps and recommend improvements aligned with public company standards

Process Improvement & Automation

• Identify and implement opportunities to automate journal entries and reconciliations, reduce manual processes, and improve close cycle time
• Leverage tools such as BlackLine, Power BI, and other automation solutions
• Partner with the Director to scale best practices across the organization

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Supervise and develop senior and staff accountants
• Provide coaching, training, and clear performance expectations aligned with transformation goals
• Partner closely with Shared Services (AP/AR, Payroll), FP&A, and IT / SAP project teams
• Act as a go-to resource for accounting guidance and issue resolution

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required
• CPA preferred (or actively pursuing)

Experience

• 6–8+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience in multi-entity, multi-ERP environments
• Experience with purchase accounting / business combinations (ASC 805) strongly preferred
• Prior involvement with ERP implementations (SAP preferred)
• Experience with global close processes and corporate accounting

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial close and consolidation processes, and SOX compliance and internal controls
• Systems experience: SAP (S/4HANA exposure preferred), legacy ERPs (JDE, IFS, BC a plus), BlackLine or similar reconciliation tools, and advanced Excel

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and ownership mindset
• Ability to operate effectively in a high-change, transformation environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills with ability to translate complexity into clear actions
• Proven ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment