Executive summary

Moleskine America is seeking an experienced, self-starting leader to join our finance team. This is a leadership role that will oversee the accountants responsible for performing day-to-day accounting and reporting functions and provide administrative back-office support as needed.

Main activities

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including:
  • Month and end-year process (GAAP and IFRS)
  • Payroll
  • Oversight of employee expense report review/reimbursement
  • Treasury monitoring and forecasting
  • Financial reporting variance analysis
  • Oversight of payment proposal and bank upload for ACH/wire payment
  • Fixed asset activity (IFRS-16 and GAAP)
  • Debt activity
• Develop and establish proper accounting methods, policies, and principles
• Manage projects and staff to ensure compliance of accounting policies and procedures
• Coordinate and oversee annual and tax audits
• IFRS-16 lease familiarity and support
• Oversight of tax compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements with tax firm
• Presents recommendations to Chief Accountant on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent: Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 5+ years of tax, accounting, and finance experience
• 3+ years of people management experience
• Strong knowledge and experience using SAP and HFM
• Familiarity with startup or mid-sized business environments
• Retail Accounting experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation (completed or in progress of passing CPA exam)
• Experience in building out accounting system design and implementation of SAP products and addons
• Demonstrated history of solving multiple and complex operational and accounting challenges
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task
• Willingness and flexibility to adapt to ongoing process changes and improvements
• Appreciation for the culture of creativity and exploration valued by our users

 

Moleskine America is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Moleskine America is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.