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Accounting Manager
Own our accounting close process and drive system-wide improvements for faster, more accurate GAAP reporting
Location:
New York
Compensation:
$110,000 - 120,000 USD / year
Job Tags:
Operations
About the Role Avaline is looking for an organized and highly technical Accounting Manager to join our growing team. This role will oversee our accounting functions that include month-end close activities and will help us identify areas for growth and implement process improvements. Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent business, communication, and analytical skills to enable collaboration with various functions. The Accounting Manager is an essential part of the Finance & Accounting team and will report to the Controller.
What You'll Do
Lead and develop the accounting team, providing oversight of general accounting, revenue recognition, accounts receivable/payable, and inventory accounting functions
Own the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of journal entries, reconciliations, supplemental schedules, accruals, prepaids, and full trial balance review
Drive continuous process improvement, identifying opportunities to shorten close timelines, increase automation, and streamline manual workflows
Collaborate with the supply chain team to improve inventory visibility, strengthen inventory management practices, and simplify accounting workflows related to inventory
Oversee the financial systems environment, including integrations with ERP and operational tools; collaborate with internal and external partners to optimize system performance
Ability to develop & streamline GAAP accounting processes & internal controls for the accounting and finance operations
Support tax compliance across federal, state, and local tax filings
Assess technical accounting issues for ad‑hoc or non‑routine transactions, provide input on accounting matters such as implications of new accounting pronouncements or classification of transactions
Evaluate monthly financial results with the Controller, preparing insights related to business results and trends
Support FP&A in the preparation of forecasts and annual budgets
Lead the annual audit process, managing preparation of audit schedules and documentation
Who You Are
A proactive, results‑oriented leader who anticipates issues and drives solutions
Analytical and detail‑focused, with the ability to evaluate success both quantitatively and qualitatively
Highly adaptable; able to thrive in fast‑paced, evolving environments and remain effective amid ambiguity
A strong communicator who can mentor and elevate a growing accounting team
A collaborative team player who enjoys hands‑on work, systems optimization, and process improvement
Qualifications
4+ years of progressive accounting experience working in the consumer products or a fast‑paced inventory‑based business; public accounting experience strongly preferred
BA/BS degree in Accounting or equivalent experience; CPA highly preferred
Deep knowledge of US GAAP, including experience with revenue recognition and inventory accounting; familiarity with e‑commerce and wholesale a plus
Netsuite proficiency preferred; experience with Shopify or related systems is beneficial
Demonstrated skill in research, problem‑solving, and resolution of accounting issues and documentation gaps
Proven ability to develop, manage, and mentor high‑performing team members and collaborate across departments
Benefits The Accounting Manager role offers a salary of $110-120K Base + Annual Bonus, based on a variety of factors
Benefits package includes Medical (90% employer contribution), Dental (75% employer contribution), Vision (75% employer contribution), Share Options, Unlimited PTO, 18 paid holidays, Car Allowance, Product Allowance, Electronics Allowance, HSA/FSA, 401k, Paid Parental Leave, Life & Disability Insurance, Company-sponsored WSET Certification, Employee Discounts and much more!
Application Please apply by submitting your resume to bbroussard@drinkavaline.com
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New York
Compensation:
$110,000 - 120,000 USD / year
Job Tags:
Operations
About the Role Avaline is looking for an organized and highly technical Accounting Manager to join our growing team. This role will oversee our accounting functions that include month-end close activities and will help us identify areas for growth and implement process improvements. Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent business, communication, and analytical skills to enable collaboration with various functions. The Accounting Manager is an essential part of the Finance & Accounting team and will report to the Controller.
What You'll Do
Lead and develop the accounting team, providing oversight of general accounting, revenue recognition, accounts receivable/payable, and inventory accounting functions
Own the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of journal entries, reconciliations, supplemental schedules, accruals, prepaids, and full trial balance review
Drive continuous process improvement, identifying opportunities to shorten close timelines, increase automation, and streamline manual workflows
Collaborate with the supply chain team to improve inventory visibility, strengthen inventory management practices, and simplify accounting workflows related to inventory
Oversee the financial systems environment, including integrations with ERP and operational tools; collaborate with internal and external partners to optimize system performance
Ability to develop & streamline GAAP accounting processes & internal controls for the accounting and finance operations
Support tax compliance across federal, state, and local tax filings
Assess technical accounting issues for ad‑hoc or non‑routine transactions, provide input on accounting matters such as implications of new accounting pronouncements or classification of transactions
Evaluate monthly financial results with the Controller, preparing insights related to business results and trends
Support FP&A in the preparation of forecasts and annual budgets
Lead the annual audit process, managing preparation of audit schedules and documentation
Who You Are
A proactive, results‑oriented leader who anticipates issues and drives solutions
Analytical and detail‑focused, with the ability to evaluate success both quantitatively and qualitatively
Highly adaptable; able to thrive in fast‑paced, evolving environments and remain effective amid ambiguity
A strong communicator who can mentor and elevate a growing accounting team
A collaborative team player who enjoys hands‑on work, systems optimization, and process improvement
Qualifications
4+ years of progressive accounting experience working in the consumer products or a fast‑paced inventory‑based business; public accounting experience strongly preferred
BA/BS degree in Accounting or equivalent experience; CPA highly preferred
Deep knowledge of US GAAP, including experience with revenue recognition and inventory accounting; familiarity with e‑commerce and wholesale a plus
Netsuite proficiency preferred; experience with Shopify or related systems is beneficial
Demonstrated skill in research, problem‑solving, and resolution of accounting issues and documentation gaps
Proven ability to develop, manage, and mentor high‑performing team members and collaborate across departments
Benefits The Accounting Manager role offers a salary of $110-120K Base + Annual Bonus, based on a variety of factors
Benefits package includes Medical (90% employer contribution), Dental (75% employer contribution), Vision (75% employer contribution), Share Options, Unlimited PTO, 18 paid holidays, Car Allowance, Product Allowance, Electronics Allowance, HSA/FSA, 401k, Paid Parental Leave, Life & Disability Insurance, Company-sponsored WSET Certification, Employee Discounts and much more!
Application Please apply by submitting your resume to bbroussard@drinkavaline.com
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