Director of Accounting
We are looking for:
This position is accountable for the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles. This position is full-time salaried exempt and reports to the CFO.
Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities
• Facilitate and manage the month-end close process
• Ensure that periodic financial statements are completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Maintain the chart of accounts and maintain an orderly accounting filing system
• Maintain a system of controls over all accounting transactions
• Develop and document accounting processes and related controls
• Manage the accounts payable process and ensure that all payables are made on a timely basis and properly recorded in the general ledger
• Manage the sales and use tax compliance process
• Maintain an effective cash management system, including the daily reconciliation of all deposits and disbursements
• Controls and monitors inventory and fixed assets
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, including the preparation of periodic reports for key stakeholders to analyze performance and trends
• Manage the expense reporting process, including the reconciliation of all corporate credit card accounts
• Manage the company’s operating leases, including the filing and payment of all taxes related to our leased facilities
• Recruit, train, coach, supervise and evaluate department staff
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
Qualifications:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Ambitious, innovative individual, not afraid of change and moving at a fast pace
• Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects
• Must be an extremely adaptive individual able to quickly process information and data
• Must be an effective communicator, both orally and in writing, with a polished presence
• Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with people both internally and externally of differing cultures and at many levels (employees, vendors, stylists).
• Enjoys a hands-on, proactive approach with desire to work in a dynamic environment that requires an understanding of all functional areas, specifically supply chain, product development, sales, marketing and stylist support
• Must possess a continuous improvement mentality and is always looking for opportunities to drive improved efficiency and effectiveness in our operations
• Must have a strong service mentality with a collaborative, flexible approach to serving both internal and external clients
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to the organization’s mission
Required Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Minimum of 7 years of related experience
• Minimum of 2 years of management experience
• Consumer packaged goods industry experience; retail experience a plus
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Proficiency in using accounting systems; NetSuite experience preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and vlookup
• Knowledge of payroll software platforms
• Strong understanding of an inventory distribution model, including inventory cost accounting
Travel
Anticipated travel required for this position is minimal.