We are a lean, nimble, and highly adaptive team that works seamlessly and transparently with our Brands in order for them to take the spotlight. We focus our efforts and talents to drive best practices, capture new opportunities, and accelerate performance across our portfolio of brands. Joining the a.k.a. Brands team means rolling up your sleeves, digging into challenges, creating and implementing new strategies, and not being limited to the confines of a job title or job description. We all play on the same team and value the insights and contributions that every member of our team makes daily.
Reporting directly to the Director of Consolidations, a.k.a. Brands is looking for an experienced Senior Manager who is excited about driving and effectively scaling a.k.a. Brands to the next level. You will work closely with the Finance & Accounting teams to ensure the integrity of world-wide accounting operations.
This position requires someone with experience leading a team through the financial close, impeccable attention to detail, a financial and analytical mindset, and a strong desire to improve processes and controls.
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations of MNML, which is a wholly-owned e-commerce brand in the a.k.a. portfolio. a.k.a. recently acquired MNML in October 2021. MNML is a high-growth, Direct-to-consumer (DTC) men’s fashion brand based In the U.S.
- Own the monthly close and preparation of month-end reporting packages for MNML.
- Drive accounting operational transformation across MNML’s processes to bring into standard with aka’s other portfolio companies. Partner with other a.k.a. brand portfolio companies to establish best practices.
- Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring that general ledger and intercompany accounts are reconciled with documented resolution to reconciling items.
- Evaluate accounting estimates monthly for adequacy and accuracy.
- Assist in developing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures & lead the team in implementing internal control procedures (SOX) in areas of responsibility.
- Assess current practices and procedures and assist with implementing scalable accounting processes to continue timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Other ad hoc financial analysis as requested by the Global CFO and brand leadership.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, or relevant field.
- 9+ years of progressive Public Accounting and/or Industry experience, or broad based accounting experience in a hyper-growth environment. Retail Industry experience is a plus
- Experience working with a variety of members including internal staff members, senior leadership professionals, external partners, directors, and tax and legal advisors.
- Solid comprehension of financial reporting and accounting systems is required.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks Online and Shopify
- Ability to problem solve and work independently, handling and prioritizing multiple time-sensitive projects with a firm commitment to meeting deadlines.
- Takes initiative actively engaging with all levels of staff and across all programs/departments.
- Demonstrated success experience in non-US, global culture(s) for work/life.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Flexibility and a “can-do”, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude are required.
Benefits of Working at a.k.a. Brands:
Working with a best-in-class company, requires a best-in-class benefits and compensation offering. When taking on a role at a.k.a. Brands you will receive:
> Competitive market-based compensation and financial incentives.
> A full range of company-sponsored health and welfare benefits
> A sector leading 401(k) retirement program that matches 100% of your contributions up 5% of your pay
> Generous discounts across our direct-to-consumer brands.
> A time-off package that includes 35-days off per year
> Learning, development, and stretch opportunities to help grow your career.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
a.k.a. Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace. To facilitate this, we actively promote a culture of inclusivity internally and encourage both those with non-traditional backgrounds and candidates that identity as part of a traditionally marginalized community to apply for opportunities with us and our portfolio of brands. Additionally, we routinely review our hiring practices and recruiting sources to eliminate both potential and actual bias in the hiring process.
If you need assistance or accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us at HR@aka-brands.com. Please note that we do not respond to application inquiries or resume submissions via this email address.
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