Senior Accounting Manager | PE-Backed Global Skin Care Brand | New York (Hybrid)

The Client

Our client is a globally recognized, high-growth skincare brand with a decades-long legacy of innovation in the beauty and wellness space. With a Parisian origin story, the company is known for pioneering product formulations and consistently bringing clinically proven, dermatologist-recommended solutions to market.

Now backed by a leading private equity firm, the company is entering an exciting new phase of international expansion. Its products are available across North America, Europe, and Australia, and the brand continues to scale operations in both existing and new global markets.

This is a rare opportunity to join a mission-driven, consumer-obsessed brand at a key inflection point.

The Role

As the business expands internationally, the Senior Accounting Manager will play a key role in supporting global operations and ensuring financial accuracy and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

This newly created role, based in New York City, will oversee international accounting processes, support global financial reporting, and collaborate with local and HQ teams to maintain high standards in tax, compliance, and internal controls. It's a hands-on, impactful opportunity ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes for international entities
• Oversee monthly reporting and support consolidated financial statements under US GAAP
• Ensure compliance with local statutory accounting and tax requirements
• Review reconciliations and prepare detailed balance sheet analysis across global operations
• Manage VAT/GST compliance and transfer pricing documentation in partnership with advisors
• Coordinate external audits for both group and local statutory purposes
• Monitor changes in international accounting standards and local regulations
• Partner with FP&A, US Accounting, and international stakeholders

What We Need to See (Essential)

• CPA or equivalent international accounting certification
• Proven NetSuite expertise
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
• 5-8 years of accounting experience with international exposure
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and local GAAP standards
• Experience with multi-currency accounting and foreign exchange
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally

What We'd Like to See (Bonus)

• Experience in global consumer-facing industries such as CPG, beauty, food & beverage, or wellness
• Proven success within high-growth, entrepreneurial, or scaling environments
• Background working in a private equity-backed organization
• Exposure to international tax compliance and transfer pricing strategy
• Foundation in public accounting, with strong technical and regulatory knowledge

Package: $160,000 - $190,000

Location: New York City (hybrid)

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