Sr. Accounting and Transformation Manager

Evolus•Newport Beach, CA

8h•$160,000 - $190,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Evolus is seeking an experienced Sr. Accounting & Transformation Manager to join its Accounting Team. Reporting to the Executive Director, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting, this role provides hands-on leadership in accounting process improvement, automation, accounting and financial reporting quality, and operational excellence. The role supports global accounting operations and advises on accounting matters, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, SOX, and company policies. It also leads strategic accounting transformation initiatives, including improvements to financial close and reporting processes and the use of automation and AI-enabled solutions. The position is based in Newport Beach, with a hybrid onsite schedule on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. This is an exempt role. The expected base salary range is $160,000 to $190,000; actual salary may vary based on relevant knowledge and skills, experience, education, geographic location, certifications, and other considerations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Active CPA license.
At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including public company close and financial reporting.
Experience and/or eagerness to learn and apply AI solutions to improve processes and efficiencies, with the goal of serving as the team lead on AI.
Knowledge of US GAAP, including stock-based compensation under ASC 718.
Project management experience, including the ability to motivate and collaborate with team members.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and detail-oriented skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Motivation to grow with the company and ability to adapt to change.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with personnel and stakeholders at all levels.

Nice To Haves

Public accounting experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Project-manage strategic accounting transformation initiatives to improve the speed, quality, efficiency, and scalability of financial close and reporting processes.
Lead the month-end close optimization initiative, partnering cross-functionally to reduce close timelines through process redesign, standardization, automation, and AI-enabled solutions.
Partner with the International Controller on accounting quality and process improvement initiatives.
Assist with implementation of new GAAP accounting standards.
Participate in the Accounting leadership team to define projects and objectives.
Coordinate stakeholders, drive accountability, resolve issues, and communicate progress and recommendations to the VP, Accounting.
Lead or assist with special projects, recommend best practices, and improve standard operating procedures.
Review monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities, including assigned journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations.
Review stockholders’ equity and stock-based compensation analyses, roll-forwards, compensation expense, performance-based restricted stock units, related accounting entries, and disclosures for appropriate accounting treatment.
Review international monthly reporting packages, account reconciliations, financial results, and significant transactions.
Review quarterly going concern analyses, including liquidity forecasts, assumptions, and supporting documentation.
Serve as a primary liaison between Corporate and International accounting teams.
Work with the International Controller to ensure international accounting activities follow the corporate close calendar, US GAAP, and company policies.
Participate in international SOX implementation.
Support the annual UK statutory audit, including accelerated stock-based compensation expense attribution calculations, and coordinate with the International Controller and external auditors on audit inquiries.
Ensure financial statements are accurate and presented in accordance with US GAAP.
Work with external auditors and internal control teams to support audits and maintain a strong compliance environment.
Participate in financial reporting as needed, including consolidation, fluctuation analysis, and related-party analysis.
Coordinate Audit Committee materials and other presentations as needed.
Partner with Legal, Human Resources, and Payroll to support accounting and equity compensation information in the annual proxy statement.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employer-covered life insurance
Short-term disability coverage
401(k) match
Potential eligibility for new-hire equity and long-term incentives, including RSUs, stock options, and/or discretionary bonuses
Mental health and wellbeing resources
Flexible paid time off program for exempt employees
Paid time off accrual plan for non-exempt employees
Holiday soft closure between Christmas and New Year’s
Regularly catered team meals
Fully stocked kitchen with Kombucha and coffee