Manager, Accounting

Four Hands•Austin, TX

About The Position

Join one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25 years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like home. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and named one of Austin’s Top Workplaces year after year. We invest in exceptional people — with a team of over 800 and growing — fostering our employees’ careers and celebrating them at every step of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where your next chapter begins. We’re looking for an Accounting Manager who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive, high-energy leadership style. In this role, you’ll oversee the day-to-day accounting operations, ensure financial reports are accurate and delivered on time, and help keep us compliant with accounting standards and company policies. You’ll lead the monthly close process, support and develop the accounting team, collaborate with partners across the business, and play a key role in audits and ongoing process improvements.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive accounting experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CPA-eligible preferred
Strong knowledge of US GAAP
Experience managing or mentoring accounting staff
Actively looks for ways to add value to the organization
Hands-on experience with month-end close
Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., D365, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)
Advanced Excel skills

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
Analyze variances in financial statements and provide reporting to leadership
Support internal and external financial reporting needs
Lead and mentor a team of sales support managers to deliver results aligned with Four Hands' strategic objectives
Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among team members, encouraging idea sharing and best practices
Foster individual growth and skill enhancement through regular feedback, training sessions, and professional development opportunities
Monitor progress towards goals through regular check-ins and performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and guidance
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to analyze performance outcomes, identify areas for enhancement, and propose innovative solutions
Foster a culture of trust, teamwork, and collaboration, promoting continuous improvement and employee engagement
Oversee core accounting areas such as: General ledger Revenue and expense accounting Fixed assets and depreciation Accruals and prepaids
Ensure strong reconciliation and documentation standards
Ensure appropriate internal controls are designed and operating effectively
Support internal and external audits; respond to audit requests
Assist with implementation of new accounting standards
Ensure compliance with tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements (in coordination with tax accountants)
Act as a key user for accounting systems and ERPs
Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
Assist with system implementations or upgrades
Improve close efficiency and data accuracy
Build strong cross-functional relationships across departments
Support budgeting and forecasting with actuals and insights
Provide accounting guidance