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Job Title: Interim Accounting Manager (3-Month Engagement)
Location: NYC Hybrid - 2 days on-site (Tuesdays & Thursdays), 3 days remote (Mon/Wed/Fri)
Compensation: $70-$75/hour
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Interim Accounting Manager to provide leadership and oversight during a parental leave coverage. This 3-month engagement offers the opportunity to manage a skilled accounting team, support critical quarter-close activities, and ensure continuity of accounting operations. The role involves oversight and review-this individual will not be posting entries but instead will focus on reviewing the team's work for accuracy and compliance.
Responsibilities:

• Manage and provide oversight to a team of four accountants (staff, senior, and manager level).
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and deliverables prepared by the team; ensure accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Provide technical guidance with particular emphasis on lease accounting (ASC 842), a critical component of this role.
• Oversee additional areas including:
  • Credit card reconciliations
  • Wholesale accounting and revenue recognition
  • Stores returns reserve process
  • Freight invoice reconciliation and capitalization
  • Inventory-related processes
• Support quarter-close activities:
  • Q3 close in late October, with filings due November 10th
  • Partner with team and leadership to ensure deadlines are met
• Participate in a 3-week cross-training period prior to the start of parental leave (late October).
• Serve as a steady hand to ensure the accounting team operates smoothly and delivers reliable results during the leave period.

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years of managerial experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of lease accounting (ASC 842) - required.
• Prior experience in the retail, fashion, or apparel industry strongly preferred.
• Skilled in reviewing work (rather than hands-on posting) and providing coaching to team members.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Advanced MS Excel proficiency.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred (not required).
• SAP experience a plus.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Temporary

• Job function
  
  Accounting/Auditing
• Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion

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