SDL Search Partners

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SDL Search Partners  •  Danvers, MA (Hybrid)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

SDL is partnering with a dynamic and growing small retail business seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee our financial operations. This individual contributor role offers flexibility (full-time or part-time) and excellent work-life balance. It is a hybrid role that requires 2-3 days per week on site at the company's headquarters in the Danvers, MA area. You'll work directly with the owner and play a key role in the company's financial health.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Perform bank and account reconciliations
  • Track and reconcile inventory levels and inventory-related transactions
  • Monitor and analyze cost of goods sold (COGS) and gross margin trends
  • Coordinate with retail operations to ensure accurate inventory accounting
  • Assist in pricing and margin analysis to support profitability goals
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
  • Oversee general ledger maintenance and month-end close
  • Generate financial reports to support business decisions
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
  • Support year-end tax preparation and work with external accountants
  • Maintain and improve accounting processes and internal controls


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of relevant accounting experience
  • Strong proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
  • Retail experience is a plus

This is a flexible, impactful role ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative small business environment and values work-life balance.

SDL Search Partners

About SDL Search Partners

SDL Search Partners is a woman-owned search firm that puts values and relationship first. Our team has over 30 years of combined accounting & finance recruiting experience, a deep network, and a "quality-over-quantity" approach. At SDL, we are partners for the long-term, so what you can expect is a relationship that prioritizes transparency, integrity, and ultimately, finding you the right person to join your team or the right next step in your career.

Areas of focus:

• Accounting, Finance, Audit, Tax & Analytics

Examples of positions we support:

• Every position in the org chart from Staff Accountant / Senior Accountant up to Controller / CFO

• Financial Analyst, Finance Manager / FP&A Manager to VP of Finance

• Treasury, Internal Controls, Audit, Tax, M&A

• Public Accounting, Transaction Services, Advisory

• Technical Accounting, SEC Accounting, Financial Reporting

• Operational Accounting including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll

• Sales Operations, Deal Desk, Pricing Manager, Data Analyst

• Investment Accounting, Fund Accounting, Operations Analyst, Client Service Specialist

A few of the industries we specialize in:

Technology, SaaS; Pharmaceuticals, Biotech, Life Sciences, Healthcare; Financial Services, Private Equity, Asset Management; Real Estate; Manufacturing; Energy, CleanTech; Higher Education, and more

If you are a company looking to hire, or a candidate looking to explore the job market, we are excited to partner with you.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
1-10 employees
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
sdlsearch.com
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