Location: In-Office 4 days/week in Playa Vista, CA HQ
Who We Are:
Thrive Causemetics is Bigger Than Beauty™: We are an independent, female-owned beauty brand that creates high-performance vegan cosmetics and supports a community of giving. All of Thrive Causemetics' products are free of parabens and sulfates, in addition to being 100 percent cruelty-free. Through its Bigger Than Beauty™ program, every product purchased results in a donation to help communities thrive.
Thrive Causemetics is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and cross-functional workplace where everyone’s voice matters. We are committed to being pioneers in creating a culture of wellness. Together, we prioritize a strong work ethic while maintaining a positive, exciting environment where people are passionate about what they do.
Who We Are Looking For:
The Accounting Manager will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations. Reporting to the Controller, this position will oversee the day-to-day accounting functions, support month-end close processes, and ensure compliance with GAAP and other financial regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to contribute to a fast-paced, growing organization.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial schedules.
- Analyze financial statements and provide variance analyses to identify trends and insights
- Manage daily accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and payroll.
- Ensure all transactions are properly recorded in accordance with GAAP.
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including sales tax and other regulatory requirements.
- Support the preparation of audit schedules and coordinate with external auditors during financial audits.
- Maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial data.
- Identify opportunities to streamline and improve accounting processes and systems for scalability.
- Collaborate with the finance and operations teams to implement automation tools and technology solutions.
- Assist in the integration of new systems or acquisitions into the accounting structure.
- Own Sales Tax compliance audit and clean-up process
- Supervise and mentor staff accountants, providing guidance on technical accounting issues and fostering professional development.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and supply chain, to support business objectives.
What Will Make You Stand Out:
- 5-7+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
- Must have relevant experience working for a direct-to-consumer company, preferably in the CPG space.
- Prior experience in the beauty or adjacent industries is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Experience with inventory and cost accounting is highly preferred.
- Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams of direct reports.
- Exceptional attention to detail, analytical abilities, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency with NetSuite and intermediate Excel skills are required.
- Experience with financial reporting tools is a plus.
- Previous experience working with Shopify and Asana is highly desired.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification is strongly preferred.