Manager, Accounting

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

Job summary

Lafayette 148 New York is seeking a Manager of Accounting to lead core accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting. The role emphasizes accuracy, internal controls, and collaboration across FP&A, Operations, and HR.

The position is hybrid in-office/remote based on business needs and company WFH policy, offering leadership responsibility and the chance to drive process improvements in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CPA-track preferred.
• 5–7 years of 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.
• Experience in retail/apparel/consumer goods industry preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and/or Blue Cherry strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Self-starter with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Advanced Excel

Financial systems

Communication

Education

BS/BA in Accounting

CPA or CPA-track preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Blue Cherry

Excel

Job description

The Manager of Accounting is responsible for overseeing core accounting operations, including the general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting processes. This individual will manage day-to-day transactional accounting activities, enforce accounting controls, support the company’s annual audit, and collaborate with other departments to drive accuracy and efficiency in financial processes.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-minded, and possesses strong leadership and analytical skills. This position is hybrid in-office/WFH based on business needs and company WFH policy.

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

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CPA-track preferred


• 5–7 years of 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


• Experience in retail/apparel/consumer goods industry preferred


• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and/or Blue Cherry strongly preferred


• Advanced Excel skills required


• Excellent organizational and communication skills


• Self-starter with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Skills

• Proven ability to lead and mentor staff


• Hands-on experience managing close and reporting cycles


• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and analytical skills


• Comfortable with financial systems and driving process improvements
  
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly across all levels


• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally

Base Pay Range

The base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000. Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, and location.