Accounting Manager

Fashion Nova•Beverly Hills, CA

16h

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of public accounting rigor and private industry agility. We are looking for a professional who doesn't just manage processes but takes full ownership of the financial ecosystem, leveraging modern technology to drive efficiency, accuracy, and strategic insight.

Requirements

A minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2–3 years in a "Big 4" or mid-tier public accounting firm followed by experience in a corporate environment.
Minimum 1–2 years supervising staff or leading projects
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Proven experience working with advanced ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite,).
Proficiency in automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, AI) and advanced Excel (VBA, Power Query).
Experience with reporting software and BI tools (e.g., Snowflake, Looker, Power BI).
A "no task is too small" attitude combined with the ability to lead high-level initiatives.
The ability to look beyond the numbers to understand the "why" behind financial trends.
Exceptional ability to translate complex financial data into clear narratives for non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Oversee the month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial statements are accurate and issued in a timely manner.
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, reserves, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Perform detailed general ledger account analysis and resolve discrepancies proactively.
Apply technical knowledge to ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.
Manage the preparation of workpapers for annual audits and serve as point of contact for external auditors.
Driving the development and ongoing maintenance of scalable, well-documented SOPs
Take end-to-end responsibility for the General Ledger functions.
Understand the business processes and impact on financials and drive change through influence.
Proactively identify discrepancies or process bottlenecks and implement sustainable solutions without being prompted.
Act as a "business owner" within the finance department, treating company resources and financial health with a high degree of personal accountability.
Partner with cross-functional teams to align financial results with business drivers
Lead the implementation and optimization of accounting software (ERP, expense management, and automated reconciliation tools).
Understand and own system processes that impact financial records.
Identify and own opportunities for process improvement.
Champion the transition from manual processes to automated workflows to scale the department’s capabilities.
Utilize advanced data analytics and visualization tools to provide leadership with actionable financial insights.
Manage and mentor junior accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
Lead the department to create a collaborative environment with the business