Senior Accounting Manager - GAAP & Close (Hybrid)

Recruiting - L148 Template; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklyn Navy Yard is seeking a Manager of Accounting to oversee the general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting processes. This hybrid in-office/WFH role supports audits and cross-functional collaboration to drive accuracy and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in accounting with 2 years in a supervisory role, strong GAAP knowledge, and experience with inventory audits and ERP systems like Dynamics 365/Blue Cherry. CPA preferred.

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 role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience with inventory audits, reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Experience with retail/apparel/consumer goods industry preferred; Excel expert; Dynamics 365/Blue Cherry experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting functions including general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and sub-ledgers.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations prepared by staff.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation of 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 reporting accuracy.
• Mentor accounting staff and provide performance feedback.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and regulatory requirements; participate in system implementations/automation.

Skills

Leadership

Close & reporting cycles

GAAP knowledge

Inventory audits

Excel advanced

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Education

BS/BA in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CPA-track preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Blue Cherry

Job description

Brooklyn Navy Yard is seeking a Manager of Accounting to oversee the general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting processes. This hybrid in-office/WFH role supports audits and cross-functional collaboration to drive accuracy and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in accounting with 2 years in a supervisory role, strong GAAP knowledge, and experience with inventory audits and ERP systems like Dynamics 365/Blue Cherry. CPA preferred.