Finance Operations Manager

At Phillip Jeffries, we believe beautiful design begins with passion, integrity, and connection. What started in 1976 as a small family business with just ten grass cloths in a New Jersey garage has grown into a global luxury brand offering more than 1,000 wall coverings to designers and architects around the world. Through decades of growth, our values remain the foundation of everything we do.

We are committed to craftsmanship, creativity, and delivering exceptional experiences at every touchpoint.

If you’re inspired by thoughtful design, meaningful relationships, and being part of a team that’s shaping extraordinary interiors, we invite you to apply for the Cash Management Manager working a hybrid schedule with at least 3 days at our Fairfield, NJ location with the remainder of the week from home.

Accounting

• Ensuring all banking transactions are recorded promptly and accurately, with monthly reconciliations completed in our accounting system.
• Supporting the preparation of accounts receivable and payable journal entries for month‑end close, enabling clear and reliable financial reporting.
• Conducting monthly reviews of AR and AP aging to ensure completeness and proactive management. Following established processes to facilitate timely month‑end closings, while assisting in the optimization of Days Sales Outstanding and Days Payable Outstanding.
• Performing monthly reviews of key general ledger accounts to confirm accuracy, completeness, and appropriate classification.
• Overseeing the filing and tracking of duty drawback claims to ensure timely recovery and full compliance with customs regulations.

Treasury

• Reviewing weekly vendor payments for our U.S. entity to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with our commitment to excellence.
• Following established disbursement protocols to guarantee prompt and seamless payments.
• Reviewing and approving claim credits over assigned limit, ensuring all documentation meets company standards and policy compliance.
• Evaluating client requests—such as waivers and new customer forms—to confirm all necessary approvals and documentation are in place.

Risk Management

• Enforcing and maintaining our Travel and Entertainment policy through diligent auditing and compliance monitoring.
• Overseeing internal controls for expenditures to ensure adherence to company policies and financial discipline.
• Monitoring and reporting on customer credit limits in accordance with established guidelines, supporting responsible growth and risk mitigation.

Leadership

• Partnering with cross‑functional teams to achieve shared business goals.
• Coaching and guiding the AR and AP team to meet performance targets through structured feedback and ongoing support.
• Setting clear expectations and measurable goals to drive team success.
• Supporting recruitment efforts and providing hands‑on training and mentorship to new and existing team members.
• Communicating effectively with customers, vendors, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Investing in your own development as a manager through continuous learning and professional growth.

Project Management

• Supporting the implementation of accounting‑related projects and participating in status meetings.
• Applying project management best practices to ensure timely, on‑budget delivery.
• Communicating progress clearly to stakeholders and helping define team roles for smooth execution.
• Leading user training during rollouts and identifying opportunities to enhance AR and AP processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial operations, including direct oversight of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger functions required.
• At least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role, with proven ability to guide teams and drive operational excellence.
• Strong understanding and application of general accounting principles and financial best practices.
• Demonstrated experience supporting internal and external audits and…