Accounting Manager

Our apparel client is seeking an Accounting Manager to partner with their CFO and manage daily accounting operations.

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Responsibilities:

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Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Analyze financial data and trends to provide insights and recommendations for improving business operations and profitability.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and identifying opportunities for cost savings.

General Ledger & Month-End Close

• Oversee the general ledger to ensure all transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Supervise and ensure the completion of the month-end close process, including reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Supervise the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring all invoices and payments are processed correctly and on time.
• Manage relationships with vendors, ensuring accurate and timely payment of bills.
• Oversee collections efforts and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to accounts receivable.

Inventory & Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)

• Work with the operations and production teams to track inventory levels, cost of goods sold (COGS), and ensure accurate reporting of inventory on hand.
• Reconcile inventory accounts and ensure that stock levels align with financial records.

Payroll & Tax Compliance

• Partnering with Payroll professionals to ensure timely and accurate processing of employee wages, benefits, and deductions.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations, including sales tax, income tax, and other applicable taxes.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Assist in internal and external audits, ensuring all required documentation is provided and audit recommendations are followed.

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Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Concentration in Accounting or Finance; Preferred but not required
• 1+ years working with a start-up business; Preferred but not required
• Experience with Quickbooks
• Experience with month-end close and understanding of financial statements
• Familiarity with GAAP, accrual accounting and inventory/cost accounting, CPA certification preferred
• Experience in apparel or consumer goods
• Fastidious attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including regular communication as well as presentations
• Demonstrated ability to successfully prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines in a rapidly changing environment
• Strong interest in working for early-stage start-ups and in a collaborative environment

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Please submit your resume for consideration.

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