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Propeller Industries is a strategic finance and accounting partner for venture-stage and high-growth companies.
Accounting Manager – CPG
Location
New York
Posted
93 days ago
Salary
$90K - $110K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Accounting Manager – CPG
Propeller Industries
• Lead month-end close process for a portfolio of clients • Prepare monthly financial statements including trend and variance analysis • Own general accounting processes • Prepare federal, state and local tax and compliance filings • Actively engage with clients to deliver high quality service • Mentor a team of Propeller accountants
Job Requirements
- At least 6 years of operational accounting experience; multi-client experience required
- Experience with full cycle accounting for consumer product or Food & Beverage companies selling through distributors, retailers and direct to consumer
- Working knowledge of inventory management and systems (Dear, Cin7 Core)
- An undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
- Experienced in QBO or Netsuite and Shopify
- Advanced Excel knowledge
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday pay
- Comprehensive health benefits plus dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance
- HSA contribution
- Paid Family Leave
- 401k match
- Remote Work
- Professional development opportunities
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