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Overview
Our client, a growing contemporary womenswear company, is seeking a Director of General Accounting to lead the month-end close and strengthen its general accounting team. The role offers broad exposure to store and e-commerce growth, international operations, and new licensing categories. This full-time, HYBRID position is based in Secaucus, New Jersey.
Responsibilities
Own the month-end close, including the close calendar, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, general ledger analysis, and reporting preparation.
Lead and develop the general accounting team, establishing clear ownership, sound procedures, and accountability for results.
Oversee accounting for intercompany activity, foreign currency transactions, and high-volume direct-to-consumer retail and e-commerce sales.
Improve accounting policies, internal controls, reporting tools, and the chart of accounts.
Identify opportunities to simplify manual work and support accounting automation, including the implementation of a new accounts payable platform.
Partner with finance leadership on budget and forecast analysis, audits, tax returns, and corporate reporting. Summarize financial findings clearly for business stakeholders.
Requirements
Degree in accounting and substantial hands-on experience leading month-end closes and balance sheet reconciliations. CPA preferred.
Experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions, and foreign currency.
Experience in high-volume direct-to-consumer retail or e-commerce, including how point-of-sale and online sales data flow into financial systems. Fashion, retail, and consumer brand backgrounds are welcome.
Demonstrated ability to lead an accounting team, improve processes, and solve problems independently.
Strong pro-active communication skills, including the ability to turn detailed financial analysis into concise, useful insights.
Experience with NetSuite or Blue Cherry is a plus.
Ability to work in the Secaucus office at least three days per week and visit the New York City office approximately once or twice a month.
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