Accounting Manager

Who We Are Founded on love and respect, Buddha Jewelry exists to bring light, beauty, and joy into everything we do. Committed to delivering excellence through all we do, we’re a self-funded, independently built company with real startup passion, intention, determination and a team that shows up every day with grit, curiosity, and genuine care for one another. We are more than a team, we are a passionate force for good, united by shared goals and an unstoppable drive to bring meaningful value to our clients around the world. Every team member has the opportunity to make a direct, positive impact - not just fill a role. Your ideas, decisions, and execution shape who we are, what we do, and how we do it. We stay solution-oriented and grounded in reality, and we hold ourselves accountable to outcomes that matter. The people who thrive here are the ones who see a challenge and lean in — who treat complexity as an invitation, obstacles as puzzles worth solving, and technology as a powerful tool in their hands. We embrace AI and innovation across every role, because we believe the best solutions come from curious minds invested in finding a better way. If you lead with ownership, lift others up, and take pride in your results, you’ll feel right at home. Position Summary We're looking for a sharp, steady financial leader to own the accounting function at Buddha Jewelry. As our Accounting Manager, you'll be the engine behind our financial integrity — ensuring our books are accurate, our processes are airtight, and our leadership team has the clear, timely financial picture they need to make great decisions. This is a hands‑on role with real ownership and real impact. You'll manage and mentor our Staff Accountant, drive operational excellence across all accounting functions, and serve as a key partner to the COO/CFO. If you thrive in a fast‑moving environment, love bringing order to complexity, and take pride in work that truly matters to a business, this is your seat.

MUST HAVES

5+ years of accounting experience, including financial reporting, AP/AR, reconciliations, and tax compliance Experience managing or mentoring accounting staff Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting best practices Detail‑oriented and highly organized — accuracy is non‑negotiable for you Tech‑savvy, with experience in systems such as NetSuite, Shopify, and Google Suite/MS tools Comfortable working in a dynamic, startup‑mindset environment where things move fast and priorities shift 100% on‑site in Seattle (we collaborate in real time!) Essential Duties And Responsibilities Lead, Manage, Accountability — Mentor and develop the Staff Accountant to build technical skill, business understanding, and the ability to connect financial data to operational decisions Financial Reporting — Own accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports that clearly communicate business performance to leadership Day‑to‑Day Accounting Operations — Drive daily accounting workflows including AP, AR, reconciliations, and journal entries with accuracy and organizational clarity Departmental Organization & Processes — Maintain clean, documented, and consistently followed accounting processes that enable efficiency and cross‑training within the team Tax Preparation & Compliance — Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all federal, state, and local tax obligations Asset Management — Track, reconcile, and report on company assets including fixed asset schedules, depreciation, and disposal records Insurance & HR Administration Support — Coordinate insurance renewals, claims, and HR‑related financial administration to ensure compliance and continuity Qualifications, Skills, And Abilities Optimistic and solution‑oriented — grit is a core part of your DNA! A natural owner who takes accountability seriously and follows through without being asked twice Passionate about financial accuracy and the story numbers tell about a business Strong interpersonal and communication skills — you can translate complex financial data for any audience Comfortable leveraging AI and technology tools to streamline workflows and improve accuracy Highly organized and process‑driven, with a continuous improvement mindset Experience with NetSuite strongly preferred Bonus: You love jewelry, adornment, and appreciate the detail behind the sparkle! Title: Accounting Manager Reports To: VP, Global Operations Full/Part Time: Full‑time FLSA: Exempt Location: Office Compensation Range: $105‑$117K (range includes 15% bonus) Benefits Employee Benefits at Buddha Jewelry include: health, vision, life, and dental insurance, a SIMPLE retirement savings plan, commuter benefits, a significant employee discount, 7 paid holidays per year and more! We encourage applications from people of color, women, those with disabilities, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants, and anyone else who has faced discrimination or oppression as a result of their identities. Studies have shown that folks of historically marginalized groups will often only apply to a job if they meet or exceed the listed qualifications. If you believe that you could be a good fit for our company, but don't quite fulfill every requirement, please do still apply, we would love to hear from you! Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Able to remain stationary 50% or more of the time. Able to move about inside the office to access necessary office equipment and resources. Able to operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a scanner, copy machine, and printer. Constantly access, handle, and use non‑electronic resources, including products of a very small size. Occasionally moves equipment and other office resources up to 50 pounds. Ability to inspect, recognize, observe, assess, compare, detect, discern, and distinguish office resources, necessary documents and reporting, physical product, and other organizational resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr Buddha Jewelry Official