Senior Accountant

Company: Glow Recipe
Location: New York
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

* The Accountant role will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations as well as the financial close and reporting processes. Glow Recipe is looking for an entrepreneurial, versatile candidate that is comfortable working in a fast paced and changing environment. This is a hands-on role that will include day-to-day processing as well as working cross functionally with other departments to provide accurate and meaningful financial reporting and financial statement analysis. Must have experience in the beauty or cosmetic Industry.Key responsibilities* Take ownership of the monthly close process which includes preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis including assistance with analyzing results and reporting on variances* Work cross functionally with department heads to provide budget vs actual financial statement analysis* Preparation of the monthly financial statements including the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows. Must have a solid understanding of US GAAP and how the balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statements are compiled and relate to each other.* Preparation and distribution of department P&L's and other internal financial reports.* Assist in the preparation of the annual budget.* Work with external tax professionals and government agencies to ensure company filings are completed in an accurate and timely manner* Plan and perform physical inventories and cycle counts* Proactively identify issues and areas for improvement within the close process and implement process improvements.Requirements* Must have experience in the beauty or cosmetic Industry * Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration* 3 to 5 years of experience with at minimum 2 years managing the close process for a high growth company* 1-2 years of experience in the beauty or cosmetic Industry * Experience managing the accounts payable & receivables function* Experience using accounting programs such as Quickbooks* Must have an in-depth understanding of US GAAP and how the balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statements are compiled and relate to each other.* CPA certification* Experience using ERP systems and maintaining the general ledger and chart of accounts.* Must be a self-starter that can work independentlyJob Type: Full-timeExperience:* accounting: 3-5 years (Preferred)

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