Mgr, Corporate Accounting & Consolidations

Job Description

Job Description

About Us
Ultralife Corporation is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced power solutions, communications, and electronics systems. Serving customers in government & defense, medical, safety & security, energy, industrial, and robotics markets, we are strategically positioned across the Americas, Europe, and Asia to meet the needs of a worldwide customer base.

The Role

The Manager, Corporate Accounting & Consolidations, is responsible for leading the monthly and quarterly close and consolidation process for a multi-entity, global organization. This role oversees the corporate general ledger, intercompany eliminations, consolidation adjustments, and key technical accounting areas including stock-based compensation. The position also plays a critical role in the preparation of external financial reporting, including SEC filings. Reporting to the SVP Finance, Chief Accounting Officer, this position requires strong financial acumen, leadership, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement, standardization, and the evaluation of accounting processes and controls across entities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the monthly and quarterly corporate close and consolidation process, including multi-entity consolidations, intercompany eliminations, consolidation entries, account reconciliations, journal entries, and compliance with internal accounting policies and controls.
• Lead technical accounting matters, including stock-based compensation, lease accounting, and the adoption of new accounting standards.
• Manage and ensure timely and accurate preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings (Forms 10-Q, 10-K), earnings releases, and related financial statement disclosures.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors; coordinate audit requests, prepare supporting documentation, and manage audit and quarterly review timelines.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and help implement and maintain consistent accounting policies and procedures across all entities, including newly acquired businesses and those undergoing ERP or operational transformation.
• Identify, propose, and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on accelerating the close process, improving accuracy and automation, and optimizing use of ERP and consolidation systems.
• Support internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) processes, including SOX 404 compliance, and proactively identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls.
• Collaborate cross-functionally across the organization to ensure completeness and accuracy of consolidated financial reporting.
• Evaluate the adequacy and consistency of accounting processes, policies, and internal controls across business units to promote standardization and operational efficiency.
• Provide ad hoc support on special projects involving business acquisitions or other strategic initiatives.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; active CPA license strongly preferred.
• Master’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is a plus.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial reporting, with a combination of public accounting (Big 4 or large regional firm preferred) and industry experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and ICFR/SOX 404.
• Proven experience with multi-entity consolidations and complex intercompany structures in a publicly traded company.
• Demonstrated success in managing month-end close processes in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to identify process inefficiencies and lead successful improvement initiatives.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented with a strong sense of accountability.
• Executive presence, leadership, and the ability to influence and collaborate across organizational levels.
• Experience in a global manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems; experience with Syspro and OneStream (or other EPM tools) a strong plus.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal direct support staff while collaborating across teams

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ultralife Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact our HR department at 315-332-7100.