Accounting Manager

About the Company

Our client is a well-established, privately held specialty finance company headquartered in West Los Angeles. The company provides asset-backed financing to small and lower middle-market businesses across all industries nationally. The firm has seen consistent double digit deal growth year over year and operates with a lean, high-ownership culture where contributors at every level have real visibility and impact.

The Opportunity

The Accounting Manager reports directly to the CFO and leads a three-person accounting team. This is a hands-on leadership role with full ownership of the accounting function, including GL management, financial reporting, bank compliance, and process improvement, with direct exposure to executive decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of 2–3 accounting staff, including onsite and remote/offshore members
• Own GL management: journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close
• Collaborate with the CFO on monthly financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting
• Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure compliance with internal policies
• Manage the journal entry process from the company's lending platform into QuickBooks
• Manage periodic accounting and bank audits; support the CFO with bank relationships and reporting
• Oversee the 1099 process
• Drive process improvement initiatives across the accounting department and broader org
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports for executive leadership as needed

Qualifications Required

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time as a Senior Accountant, Accounting Supervisor, or Accounting Manager
• 2+ years of experience specifically within financial services (lending, specialty finance, banking, or credit)
• 2+ years in a leadership or management capacity, directly overseeing staff
• Hands-on private company accounting experience — GL ownership, ops accounting, financial reporting
• Strong Excel skills
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• Must currently reside in the Los Angeles area and be able to work fully on-site five days per week in Brentwood

Preferred

• CPA license or active progress toward certification
• QuickBooks experience
• Salesforce experience
• Familiarity with lending or equipment finance platforms

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $130,000 – $160,000, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Strong potential for growth as the company continues to scale

Hoxton Circle is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.