Job Description

Us in a glimpse:

Founded in 2016 by a BCG consultant frustrated with his engagement ring buying experience, Rare Carat has grown to be one of the largest diamond jewelry online retailers in the United States. It was called the “Secret to Buying A Diamond” by the New York Times.

Rarecarat.com powers over $100m in annual sales by creating transparency in a historically opaque industry using AI indicators and human expert advice. Operating on an innovative "managed marketplace" business model, the company combines the selection advantages of a marketplace with the quality assurance of a traditional retailer.

We have grown to over 180+ employees, but remain a very flat and close-knit team committed to learning from each other, and having the best idea win.

Rare Carat is run by Wharton and Harvard Business School grads. Advisors include TrueCar’s founder, Blue Nile’s ex-CEO, Wharton’s Innovation Dean, and Richard Branson’s Venture Capital head. We have been featured in the New York Times, TechCrunch, NPR, USA Today, CNBC, among others.

Wondering why work with us? Here’s why:

• We are a fully remote start-up, growing quickly from under 5 people to close to 100 in just six years
• Our culture is unique: we have a global, remote team of young people taking on more responsibility than most companies would give. We have a bias for action, and a meritocracy where the best ideas win
• We help customers with the most important purchase of their life so far, their engagement ring. Marrying humans and technology to help our customers make the right decision is thrilling and rewarding
• If you are the right fit for our rocketship - we would make you an offer, you can’t refuse :)

About the Role

Rare Carat is looking for an experienced Senior Finance Manager to join our growing finance team. This role requires deep expertise in US GAAP, a strong audit background, and hands-on experience managing the month-end close process.

The ideal candidate will lead and develop a team of approximately 10 finance professionals while ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial reporting. This role will work closely with the US-based Controller and play a key role in strengthening financial processes as the company continues to scale.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Month-End Close

• Own and drive the full month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion in accordance with US GAAP
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Monitor the general ledger, P&L, and balance sheet for accuracy and completeness
• Manage cash flow reporting and daily bookkeeping activities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Lead and coordinate external audit activities, serving as the primary point of contact for audit requests
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls across financial processes
• Support tax filings, regulatory submissions, and liaise with tax authorities as needed
• Handle financial reconciliations and resolution of vendor/stakeholder disputes

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals
• Set clear priorities, delegate effectively, and maintain high standards of execution
• Partner closely with the US Controller on reporting timelines, policies, and strategic initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and logistics teams on financial processes and reporting
• Drive process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy

Systems & Technology

• Serve as a power user and internal champion for NetSuite ERP (NetSuite experience is required)
• Ensure data integrity within NetSuite across accounting functions
• Leverage Excel, Google Workspace, and other tools to produce analysis and reporting

Requirements

• 5–7 years of progressive accounting/finance experience
• Minimum 2 years of team leadership experience
• Strong and demonstrable knowledge of US GAAP
• Hands-on experience with financial statement audits
• Proven track record managing full-cycle month-end close
• NetSuite ERP experience is required
• CA, CMA, MBA Finance, or equivalent qualification
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English
• Experience working across time zones with US-based leadership
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights
• Startup or high-growth company experience is a strong plus
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines

Important Notice – Recruitment Fraud Alert

Rare Carat only posts job openings on our official Careers page and our verified LinkedIn page. We do not advertise roles through other platforms, agencies, or third parties. Rare Carat does not have any subsidiaries, affiliated entities, or sister companies, nor are we planning to create any.

For legitimate opportunities, please refer only to our official channels:
Careers Page: https://ats.rippling.com/rarecarat-career/jobs

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rarecarat/

If you have any questions regarding a job posting, please contact us directly at hr@rarecarat.com