Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 DOE

Accounting Manager

Hansung Beauty Group

We are seeking a detail-oriented and process-driven Accounting Manager to lead month-end closing, financial reporting, and internal controls for a fast-growing multi-brand distribution business. This role will oversee the integrity of financial statements, ensure timely and accurate reporting, and partner cross-functionally to support operational and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate has strong GAAP knowledge, distribution/CPG experience, and hands-on experience managing complex retail accounting environments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

• Lead and manage full month-end and year-end closing process
  
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
  
• Ensure timely preparation of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
  
• Maintain close calendar and improve closing efficiency
  
• Review revenue recognition and COGS accuracy

2. Retail & Distribution Accounting

• Oversee accounting for major retail accounts (Costco, Ulta, Target, etc.)
  
• Monitor chargebacks, deductions, and promotional allowances
  
• Review trade spend, co-op accruals, and TPD accounting
  
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and reconciliation
  
• Analyze gross margin by channel and brand

3. Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare internal management reports and variance analysis
  
• Support external audits and tax filings
  
• Ensure GAAP compliance and strengthen internal controls
  
• Maintain documentation for revenue, inventory, and expense policies

4. Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Monitor AR aging and deduction exposure
  
• Partner with operations on inventory planning and reserves
  
• Support forecasting and budget planning process
  
• Analyze working capital trends

5. Team & Process Improvement

• Supervise accounting staff (if applicable)
  
• Improve ERP workflows and reporting automation
  
• Implement best practices in financial controls
  
• Support system upgrades and process optimization

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
  
• 5+ years of accounting experience
  
• 2+ years in supervisory or managerial role preferred
  
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
  
• Experience in distribution, CPG, or retail accounting preferred
  
• Strong Excel skills (advanced functions required)
  
• ERP system experience required
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience handling retailer deductions and chargebacks
  
• Experience with inventory-heavy business models
  
• Experience with multi-entity or international operations
  
• Audit experience (public accounting background a plus)
  

Benefits:

• 401(K)
• Group health insurance
• Paid time off
• Annual incentive bonus based on performance
• Employee discount
  
• This position may also be eligible for performance-based bonus compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

Work Location: In person (Irvine, CA)