Moosnhot Brands is a fast growing venture capital backed acquirer and operator of ecommerce brands. This roles is an exciting opportunity to build out our internal accounting capabilities.
To perform well in this role, you will need to have experience with both driving and managing the accounting close for a multi-entity company. This requires managing both internal and external resources as well as interfacing with senior leadership in a results driven environment. This will require both managing the process and executing the accounting entries inline with a 15 day close. Moonshot Brands is an ecommerce business with sales predominantly through branded websites and Amazon marketplaces; as such, experience with these two platforms and the software that supports them is important. The ability to reconcile sales through these platforms as the premise for driving and supporting the accounting close is critical. Experience with accounting related to physical goods and manufacturing a plus.
The candidate does not need to be a CPA, but a CPA or being on the CPA track would be preferred. Implicit in this, is the ability to recognize and apply appropriate GAAP methodologies as well as take lead on proper application across all entities. The oversight of all internal and external accountants is critical to supporting the fundamentals of financial reporting. The candidate should be familiar with the process of creating and maintaining support documentation for accounting policies as well as have familiarity with an external audit.
This position reports to the CFO and is accountable to senior leadership in supporting the financial management and reporting across all entities.
Critical Functions
Accurate and timely monthly close for each operating entity
Managing internal and external resources
Application of GAAP accounting
Application of internal controls in concert with CFO
Onboarding new operating entities as acquired
Aligning with operating partners
Correct and accurate creation of internal accounting structure
Establishing and maintaining consistent controls and process across all operating entities
Manage Accounts Payable process
Ensure proper processes are in place and followed
Oversee invoicing process to ensure an accurate accounts payable process
Oversee application of FIFO inventory reconciliation
Maintain accurate and up to date FIFO schedules (quarterly)
Execute on existing procedures that maintain accurate accounting models
Moonshot Brands welcomes all and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.