Accounting Manager at Wella Company in Calabasas, California

Accounting ManagerThe Accounting Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day accounting operations for ghd North America, ensuring accurate financial reporting, a timely month-end close process, and effective execution of key accounting controls.This role serves as a critical partner to the business, working closely with Shared Service Centers and cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues, improve processes, and support the continued growth of the North American business. The Accounting Manager will oversee core accounting activities including month-end close, balance sheet management, account reconciliations, reserve reviews, audit support, and compliance activities while helping drive operational excellence across the finance function.Success in this role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to balance competing priorities. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, demonstrates sound judgment, and enjoys partnering across multiple functions to solve problems and drive business results.Job Roles & Responsibilities:Lead and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting in accordance with corporate and regulatory requirements.Own balance sheet reconciliations, journal entry reviews, account analyses, and month-end reporting support.Support the execution and documentation of key internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance activities.Review and reconcile trade spend, deductions, accruals, returns reserves, and other key balance sheet provisions to ensure accuracy and completeness.Partner with Shared Service Centers and business leaders to resolve complex accounting, operational, customer, and vendor matters, providing guidance on financial implications and risk mitigation.Manage external and internal audit activities, including planning, coordination, issue resolution, and evaluation of accounting impacts, while ensuring timely completion of audit requests and remediation efforts.Champion process improvements and transformation initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, scalability, automation, and governance across accounting operations.Guide and support the accounting team while fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.Serve as a trusted business partner to Finance, Commercial, Operations, HR, Tax, IT, and Global stakeholders, providing accounting support and problem-solving expertise.Qualifications & Skills:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred.5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within consumer products, retail, manufacturing, or distribution environments.Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.Experience supporting audits, internal controls, and compliance activities.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with ERP and financial reporting systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 (MSD) experience preferred.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to investigate issues and implement practical solutions.Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels of the organization.Demonstrated ownership mindset, attention to detail, sound business judgment, and commitment to continuous improvement.Pay Range: $100,000 -$128,000 salary per year.Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.