Accounting Manager

• Location: South Bay, CA
• $120000 base salary
• Remote: Remote
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #1365
• Salary: $120,000 - $150,000

Title: Accounting Manager

Industry: Consumer Products

Location: South Bay – Hybrid

Overview: Pacific Executive Search has been engaged on a search for an Accounting Manager in South Bay within the Consumer Products industry. As an experienced professional with 8+ years in accounting roles, you would have the opportunity to take on new responsibilities leading meetings, developing relationships, and owning projects from start to finish. This role offers a hybrid work environment, allowing for a better work-life balance, and the chance to work for a global company known for its iconic brands and commitment to continuous learning and development.

Description:
**Responsibilities**

• Act as a key member of the North America Finance Leadership team in the Global DTC (Direct-to-Consumer) sector
• Collaborate with DTC commercial stakeholders and interact with FP&A and Pricing/Promotion Finance teams
• Report to the Accounting Director, North America Commercial Finance
• Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of global standards for the DTC business through the Global DTC Center of Excellence (COE)
• Manage month and quarter end close processes, review management reports, prepare and post journal entries, reconcile key balance sheet accounts, and analyze business performance
• Ensure accuracy of financial records and compliance with controls such as MCS and SOX standards
• Provide input for forecasts for the DTC commercial group
• Lead month end close in collaboration with the FP&A team, oversee management reporting and variance analysis
• Review and present key financial metrics and reports for the wider DTC commercial organization
• Establish and maintain the Overall Control Environment to ensure financial governance processes are in place and followed for MCS and SOX Controls
• Support financial forecasts (AOP and in-year re-forecasts) and act as the primary contact for day-to-day business finance inquiries
• Define Global Standards and Practices for the DTC business as part of the DTC COE
• Provide leadership and development for DTC Accountant, including goal setting, career planning, and feedback

**Qualifications**

• Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting
• Possess 8+ years of experience in accounting roles (or Master’s with 6+ years), with active CPA or working towards CPA
• Demonstrate ability to collaborate, lead meetings, and build relationships across the organization to achieve business objectives
• Capable of transitioning between high-level and detailed tasks while upholding team standards
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to engage with individuals at all levels of the business
• Take ownership of projects and see them through from start to finish
• Hold self and team accountable for delivering on strategic priorities
• Have in-depth knowledge of accounting, with experience in DTC or consumer packaged goods industry as a plus
• Show ability to lead direct reports and develop others
• Possess advanced MS Office Excel skills
• Exhibit a growth mindset by staying curious, continuously learning, embracing challenges, and seeking self-improvement