About the Role

The GL Accounting Manager is responsible for providing high-level support to the Global Controller. The GL Accounting Manager will be responsible for day-to-day operations of the GL accounting team. The GL Accounting Manager will demonstrate superior communications, strong accounting knowledge and people management skills. This position will provide the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to global general ledger accounting, assist in identifying and implementing process improvements and financial audits. This role reports to the Global Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the financial close process for the corporate entity and international entities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet/income statement and perform account flux analyses
• Oversee the performance of the GL team and work with senior management on cash burn reporting
• Coordinate and communicate with the AP team regarding accounting transactions
• Coordinate and work with the Logistic team regarding inventory accounts, shipments, and internal process of RMA.
• Take ownership of WFOE China such as invoicing and billing accounts, intercompany accounts, and meeting requirements.
• Calculate and report Revenue based on Cost Plus agreement for international entities.
• Manage fixed assets, prepaid accounts, payroll and benefits, accrued income taxes and all other accrued liabilities
• Prepare, record and reconcile all long term debt accounts such as notes payable, deferred financing fees and accrued interest
• Perform intercompany elimination, allocations and consolidations
• Manage and report on all cash accounts (consolidated financial statements)
• Draft policies and procedures and document all accounting principles and procedural recommendations
• Manage efforts to strengthen the control environment and implement process improvements.
• Manage third party firms on international and tax compliance
• Play a key role in the annual financial audit, including external audits, tax provisions and sales tax audits, etc.
• Responsible for the support of various ad-hoc projects and any other special projects as the business requires.

Knowledge:

• Solid US GAAP
• Intermedia MS Excel and analytical Skills, including vLookups, Pivot Tables, etc
• Minimum 5+ years of Accounting experience
• Minimum 3+ years of managerial role
• Understanding of internal control concepts
• Significant experience with payroll, cash and capitalized software

Key Skills

• NetSuite
• FloQast
• Accounts analysis
• Accounts reconciliations
• Intercompany accounting and transactions
• Cash reporting
• Foreign Exchange Currency

Talents:

• Ability to meet deadline and requirements for month end close
• Responsible, ethical, and collaborative mindset with a can-do attitude
• Ability to problem solve
• Strong communication skills
• Dependable and trustworthy to deliver expected results living up to the values of the company
• Ability to work under pressure and perform several tasks concurrently in a deadline driven environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
  
  

About RetailNext

At RetailNext, we’re redefining the way retailers understand and optimize the in-store experience. As the leading in-store analytics platform, we help global brands make data-driven decisions to improve performance, enhance customer engagement, and thrive in an ever-evolving retail landscape.

With a presence in over 90 countries and partnerships with some of the world’s most iconic brands, our team is passionate about combining cutting-edge technology with real-world insights to drive meaningful impact.

What’s It Like to Work Here?

• Remote-First Hybrid: Work anywhere.
• 90-Day Work Anywhere: Work from anywhere for 90 days yearly.
• Autonomy & Growth: Flexible schedules, ownership, career investment.
• Customer Obsessed: Everything we do is for our clients.

Perks & Benefits

• Best Self Allowance: Annual stipend for personal growth.
• Recharge Days: Monthly company-wide day off.
• Career Growth: We invest in you.