Sr. Manager Of Fp&A And Accounting

Position Summary:

As the Sr. Manager of Financial Planning & Accounting, you will have a pivotal role in leading and managing the company's financial planning and reporting framework. Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, your responsibilities will involve overseeing the month-end close process, ensuring a thorough and accurate financial close. You will also play a crucial role in delivering risk-balanced forecasts and plans based on comprehensive data analysis. Furthermore, you will be responsible for creating relevant financial reports that support executive management in making informed decisions.

Primary Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks, providing recommendations to support business decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop financial models and evaluate the financial feasibility of new initiatives.
• Collaborate with external auditors and assist in the company’s year-end audit process.
• Lead the development and execution of the company's financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planning.
• Perform in-depth financial analysis to evaluate business performance, track key performance indicators, and provide insights into revenue growth, cost management, and profitability.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, to the executive team and board of directors.
• Assist in the company’s cash forecasting process.
• Monitor and report on key financial performance indicators, delivering timely and accurate financial reports to the executive team.

Accounting Management:

• Oversee and manage the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions and records.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise the month-end and year-end closing processes, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Manage and optimize the company's financial systems and processes, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor a team of accounting and finance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and promoting professional growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive collaboration, alignment, and effective communication across the organization.
• Provide guidance and training to team members on accounting principles, financial analysis techniques, and financial reporting standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Team player.
• Experience with NetSuite a plus.
• Beauty Industry experience a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting.
• Strong Excel skills required.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work well with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to prioritize, focus and complete tasks effectively and independently.
• CPA designation a plus.
• Knowledge of Shopify and Solution 7 a plus.

Competencies:

• PRUDENCE – This position must demonstrate a willingness to see the perspective of others and an inherent respect for divergent opinions.
• INTERPERSONAL SKILLS – This role demonstrates the ability to understand relationship-orientated aspects of social effectiveness and to operate successfully in a variety of social exchanges.
• INFLUENCING SKILLS – This Leader will have the ability to successfully inspire peers, subordinates, and managers.
• COMPETENCE – The incumbent should demonstrate proficiency in their area of expertise.
• DECISION MAKING – This role will be required to display the ability to make good decisions and / or lead a sound decision-making process.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Employee is regularly required to talk or hear
• Employees are occasionally required to lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
• Employees are frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands and arms to reach for items and / or materials.

Travel and Hours:

• Hybrid work schedule with 3 days in office.
• Legally able to work in the United States
• This position is a full-time position.

EEO Statement:

It is Company policy to provide equal opportunity in employment, development and advancement for all qualified persons without regard to age (40 and over), ancestry, sex/gender (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), color, marital status, registered domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic characteristics/information, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.