Hybrid Accounting Manager: GAAP, Close & Audit Support

Lafayette 148 New York; Brooklyn (AL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafayette 148 New York is seeking a Manager of Accounting to oversee the general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting. The role includes staff supervision, internal controls, and collaboration with FP&A, Operations, and HR.

This hybrid in-office/remote position offers leadership opportunities, cross-functional partnerships, and involvement in audits and system improvements. CPA or CPA-track with 5–7 years in retail/apparel preferred.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance or related field; CPA or CPA-track preferred.
• 5–7 years progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Proven experience with inventory audits, reconciliations, and variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting functions including general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and sub-ledgers.
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations prepared by staff.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation of accounting procedures.
• Support preparation of audited financial statements and coordinate external audit requests.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Operations, and HR to ensure integrity of financial data.
• Partner with A/P and A/R teams to streamline processes and ensure accurate reporting.
• Assist in maintaining an effective chart of accounts to support management and departmental reporting.
• Monitor and reconcile monthly inventory by location, update the general ledger, and perform inventory audits and assessments.
• Analyze purchase price variances, anomalies, and potential risks associated with inventory, providing detailed reports and explanations to management.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and performance feedback to accounting team.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and local, state, and federal financial regulations.
• Participate in system implementations, upgrades, and automation projects.

Skills

Leadership

Close & reporting cycles

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Inventory audits

Process improvement

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Staff mentoring

Self-starter

Education

BS/BA in Accounting or related field

CPA or CPA-track preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Blue Cherry

Job description

Lafayette 148 New York is seeking a Manager of Accounting to oversee the general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting. The role includes staff supervision, internal controls, and collaboration with FP&A, Operations, and HR.

This hybrid in-office/remote position offers leadership opportunities, cross-functional partnerships, and involvement in audits and system improvements. CPA or CPA-track with 5–7 years in retail/apparel preferred.