Senior Accounting Manager

Senior Accounting ManagerHKG Duty Free - Miami, Florida.Job SummaryThe Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely month-end close, and compliance with applicable accounting standards. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong technical accounting knowledge, proven experience supervising accounting staff, and mandatory experience within Duty Free retail operations. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in maintaining financial integrity and supporting business decision-making.ResponsibilitiesSupervise, mentor, and manage accounting staff, ensuring workload alignment, accuracy, and professional developmentOversee daily accounting operations including general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and cash managementLead and own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statementsPrepare, review, and analyze financial statements and management reportsPerform and review complex balance sheet and account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepanciesEnsure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory requirements applicable to Duty Free retail operationsManage accounting processes specific to Duty Free stores, including inventory accounting, customs-related reporting, and cross-border transactionsCoordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies; prepare audit schedules and documentationSupport budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in collaboration with leadershipReview, enhance, and document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controlsOversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions and ensure timely issue resolutionPartner with cross-functional teams (operations, procurement, store management) to support financial accuracy and reportingEnsure accurate fixed asset accounting, depreciation, and capitalization policiesQualifications (Required)Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial roleMandatory experience working with Duty Free retail storesProven experience performing and reviewing account reconciliations and leading month-end closeStrong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirementsExperience with retail inventory accounting and multi-location operationsProficiency in accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or similar) and advanced Microsoft Excel skillsStrong leadership, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independentlyPreferred QualificationsCPA certification (active or in progress)Experience with multi-entity or multi-location accounting environmentsExperience with international transactions, customs regulations, or cross-border operationsBilingual English/Spanish preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr