Job Description

Job Location: Headquarters-Miami - Miami, FL 33186
Job Category: Accounting
Senior Accounting Manager
HKG Duty Free - Miami, Florida.
Job

Summary
The Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely month-end close, and compliance with applicable accounting standards. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong technical accounting knowledge, proven experience supervising accounting staff, and mandatory experience within Duty Free retail operations. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in maintaining financial integrity and supporting business decision-making.
Responsibilities
· Supervise, mentor, and manage accounting staff, ensuring workload alignment, accuracy, and professional development
· Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and cash management
· Lead and own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements
· Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and management reports
· Perform and review complex balance sheet and account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies
· Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory requirements applicable to Duty Free retail operations
· Manage accounting processes specific to Duty Free stores, including inventory accounting, customs-related reporting, and cross-border transactions
· Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies; prepare audit schedules and documentation
· Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in collaboration with leadership
· Review, enhance, and document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
· Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions and ensure timely issue resolution
· Partner with cross-functional teams (operations, procurement, store management) to support financial accuracy and reporting
· Ensure accurate fixed asset accounting, depreciation, and capitalization policies

Qualifications

Qualifications (Required)
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
· 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role
· Mandatory experience working with Duty Free retail stores
· Proven experience performing and reviewing account reconciliations and leading month-end close
· Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
· Experience with retail inventory accounting and multi-location operations
· Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or similar) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
· Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
· Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
Preferred

Qualifications
· CPA certification (active or in progress)
· Experience with multi-entity or multi-location accounting environments
· Experience with international transactions, customs regulations, or cross-border operations
· Bilingual English/Spanish preferred