Senior/Accounting Manager

• Location: South Bay, California
• $125000 base salary
• Remote: Remote
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #1560
• Salary: $125,000 - $160,000

Title: Senior/Accounting Manager

Industry: Ecommerce

Location: South Bay – Hybrid

Overview: Pacific Executive Search has been engaged on a search for a Senior/Accounting Manager role that offers you the opportunity to lead a dynamic accounting team while overseeing critical financial operations in a rapidly growing consumer products company located in the scenic South Bay area. You will take on new responsibilities such as managing the month-end close process, optimizing financial systems, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards, all while fostering a collaborative environment for your team. This position not only allows you to leverage your expertise in operational and inventory accounting but also provides significant opportunities for career growth as the company continues to expand.

Description:

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the month-end closing activities, including reviewing journal entries, conducting detailed P&L variance analyses, performing account reconciliations, and executing month-end accruals.
• Prepare and analyze monthly and annual financial statements and reporting packages, ensuring adherence to US GAAP and internal policies. Offer financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership to facilitate strategic decision-making.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team, encompassing recruitment, training, and performance evaluations. Promote a collaborative and growth-focused workplace culture.
• Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger management, financial reporting, and inventory accounting processes such as valuation, reconciliation, and cost analysis.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger while complying with regulatory standards and industry norms. Continuously assess and improve accounting processes, systems, and internal controls to enhance efficiency and precision.
• Conduct research, draw conclusions, and document technical accounting positions.
• Manage company audits, including financial, tax, workers’ compensation, and third-party audits. Collaborate with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance and timely completion.
• Oversee tax compliance responsibilities, including sales and use tax filings, state and local tax obligations, property and business tax reporting, and liaising with CPA firms to meet deadlines and estimates.
• Enhance financial processes and systems, utilizing ERP tools for improved efficiency and accuracy.
• Facilitate collaboration across departments to improve cross-functional understanding of financial processes and outcomes.
• Monitor cash flow and liquidity to support daily operations, investments, and growth initiatives. Manage vendor relationships, including payment processing.
• Streamline and automate accounting functions to boost operational effectiveness and support the company's growth trajectory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA and/or Master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, with a background in public accounting.
• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP, including ASC 606 and ASC 842.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing and developing accounting teams.
• Expertise in managing company audits, including tax, workers' compensation, third-party, and financial audits.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Capacity to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a quick learning ability in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, particularly NetSuite, is advantageous.
• Aptitude for leveraging technology to enhance data collection and analysis.
• Strong interpersonal skills for managing staff and engaging with vendors, departments, and senior leadership.
• Adaptable with the ability to pivot and prioritize tasks efficiently.