Accounting Manager

CooperDouglas is partnering with a growing, multi-entity CPG company. This Accounting Manager carries hands-on ownership of the consolidated month-end close, account reconciliations, and process automation across the accounting function. The role manages a small team and plays a central part in building the structure, rigor, and reporting capability the organization needs at this stage of growth. This is a hybrid position in Los Angeles (Westside). Responsibilities Build and own a structured monthly close process across multiple legal entities and currencies, targeting completion within eight business days. Develop and maintain all account reconciliations, establishing a reconciliation discipline that does not currently exist in the organization. Manage trade spend accounting end-to-end, including promotional allowances, customer deductions, chargebacks, and accruals, ensuring proper classification and reconciliation against trade promotion management systems. Support the development and automation of the 13-week cash flow forecast, partnering closely with the VP of Finance & Controller to transition ownership of this process. Prepare and review consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS and U.S. GAAP, supporting external auditors on technical accounting matters and disclosures. Manage foreign currency transactions, intercompany balances, and FX revaluation and remeasurement processes across multiple subsidiaries. Prepare management reporting packages and board-level financial materials, including margin analysis on a net revenue basis, that hold up under scrutiny. Drive process improvement and automation across the accounting function, leveraging the company’s ERP and integrated technology stack to reduce manual effort and increase analytical capacity. Lead and develop the accounting team, including a Staff Accountant and Accounts Payable, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. Support the annual audit following fiscal year-end, including coordination of audit fieldwork, PBC schedules, and timely resolution of auditor requests. Support ad hoc projects including system implementations, entity restructuring, and process automation initiatives as the organization continues to scale. Qualifications 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with demonstrated ownership of a month-end close process in a multi-entity environment. The organization is leaning toward experienced candidates who can operate with limited direction. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred. Required Skills Experience with foreign currency transactions, FX exposure, and multi-currency consolidation. NetSuite experience highly preferred. Consumer packaged goods industry experience is a significant differentiator. Public accounting background is a big plus. Pay range and compensation package Base salary of $150,000 to $170,000 + bonus Medical insurance with 100% of the employee premium paid by the company 401(k) with company match. #J-18808-Ljbffr