Manager, Accounting Operations & Finance

Manager, Accounting Operations & Finance | Manufacturing industry | Manhattan (NY) My client, a globally recognized and highly respected brand, is seeking a Finance Manager to join and help strengthen its growing U.S. finance organization. With a strong international footprint and a diversified presence across retail, e-commerce, wholesale distribution, and strategic hospitality partnerships, the company continues to experience significant growth in the U.S. market. This hire represents a key addition to the finance team at an exciting stage of expansion and operational scaling. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this position offers exceptional visibility, ownership, and long-term career progression. This is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong accounting professional who is looking to combine hands‑on operational finance responsibilities with strategic exposure within a dynamic, international environment. Key Responsibilities Lead critical elements of the month‑end close process , preparing and reviewing the full P&L and balance sheet while ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. Own key balance sheet accounts , including reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals, maintaining strong financial discipline and internal controls Manage inventory accounting and stock valuation , partnering closely with operations, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure accurate cost tracking and inventory management. Oversee general ledger activity , coordinating closely with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions to ensure proper recording of transactions Support financial reporting and business analysis , contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring for the U.S. business Play a key role in audit preparation and internal control processes , ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and best accounting practices Contribute to finance transformation initiatives , including systems optimization and the ongoing migration to NetSuite , while helping enhance financial processes and reporting capabilities Ideal Profile CPA or CPA‑track preferred Background in public accounting (Big 4 or Top 20 firm strongly preferred) or strong corporate accounting experience Fluency in French is a plus Prior experience in manufacturing, consumer goods, retail, or product‑driven environments Solid inventory accounting and cost accounting exposure Strong technical accounting skills with a hands‑on, detail‑oriented mindset Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, international and entrepreneurial environment Why this Opportunity Stands Out Join a globally recognized brand with strong growth in the U.S. market Direct exposure to executive leadership , working closely with the CFO Clear long‑term career progression Opportunity to contribute to systems implementation and finance transformation projects Collaborative and dynamic international environment #J-18808-Ljbffr Hoxton Circle