Accounting Manager – General Ledger & Tax Compliance

Location: Coral Gables, Florida
Reports to: Vice President & Corporate Controller Employment
Type: Full-Time | Hybrid (3 days/week in-office)

About GOJA

GOJA is a rapidly growing e-commerce company specializing in optimizing consumer product brands on Amazon. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounting Manager – General Ledger & Tax Compliance, who will manage accounting functions and tax compliance, and progressively assume broader responsibilities under the guidance of our VP and Corporate Controller.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Leadership

· Oversee the preparation and review of journal entries, supporting documentation, and detailed account analyses.

· Responsible for the timely review, adjustment, and reconciliation of general ledger transactions/balances to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of general ledger transactions across all corporate entities.

· Supervise and/or prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with monthly close schedule.

· Use accounting transaction and reporting systems to generate reports, respond to inquiries, conduct research, and identify and resolve problems in a timely manner

· Strengthen internal controls, compliance with US-GAAP, and continuously improve accounting processes.

· Optimize NetSuite ERP usage, ensuring accurate reporting and process automation.

· Collaborate closely with VP & Corporate Controller, gradually assuming broader Controller responsibilities.

Tax Compliance & Reporting

· Manage and monitor timely multi-state sales & use tax filings utilizing platforms like Avalara and TaxJar.

· Oversee VAT compliance and coordinate with external EU tax consultants.

· Monitor nexus requirements, manage voluntary disclosures, entity registrations, and compliance.

· Coordinate income tax extensions and final returns with external tax preparers.

· Oversee property tax filings, business licenses, and entity opening/closing processes.

· Respond effectively to tax audits and notices with the assistance of external tax preparers.

Process Improvement & Controls

· Document, Automate, and streamline tax and accounting workflows throughout the organization.

· Coordinate external audits, providing necessary disclosures and documentation.

· Conduct trend analyses, delivering strategic insights to senior leadership.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting; CPA a plus

· Minimum 5-8 years of progressive relevant experience in general ledger, tax compliance, financial reporting, and analysis.

· GAAP expertise and audit experience (public accounting a plus).

· Proficiency in NetSuite ERP, TaxJar, advanced Excel, and ability to quickly learn new software.

· Experience managing multi-entity structures and foreign currency accounting.

· Experience working with US government tax and registration agencies

· Perform adhoc account research and projects as needed.

Desired Candidate Attributes

· Technical & Analytical: Strong multi-state and international indirect tax expertise; meticulous approach to accounting and reconciliation processes.

· Leadership & Accountability: Capable of independently managing deadlines and prioritizing effectively in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.

· Communication & Cross-Functional: Exceptional communication skills; experience liaising across finance, IT, legal teams, external auditors, and senior leadership.

· Process-Oriented & Innovative: Demonstrates proactive approach to implementing ERP enhancements, workflow improvements, and robust internal controls.

· Cultural Fit: Detail-oriented, organized, results-driven, proactive learner, and effective team collaborator.

Additional Preferred Attributes

· English Required, Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred

· Experience with entity lifecycle management (opening/closing entities)

· Deep understanding of general ledger structure, US-GAAP classifications, and foreign currency

· Skilled in documenting workflows and integrating improved internal controls

· Results-oriented with exceptional analytical and critical thinking capabilities

· Hands-on, detail-oriented.

Why GOJA?

· Dynamic leadership role with exposure to senior management

· Opportunity for career advancement into broader Controller functions

· Collaborative, growth-oriented, entrepreneurial culture