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HOURGLASS COSMETICS ASSISTANT CONTROLLER
Connected by creativity and driven by purpose. Hourglass Cosmetics is a vegan and crueltyfree beauty brand redefining luxury cosmetics with highperformance products innovative formulas and awardwinning franchises. Recognized by Forbes Fast Company and Time Magazine as one of the most inventive beauty companies Hourglass leads the industry with its breakthrough products and its commitment to animal welfare. Founded in 2004 Hourglass is globally available in 32 markets and nearly 3000 doors including Sephora Ulta Neiman Marcus Selfridges Space NK and more. Hourglass became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017. Discover more about the Hourglass brand story and mission on our website
We are seeking a highly motivated and detailoriented Assistant Controller to support the financial operations of our growing consumer products business. This role will play a key part in maintaining the integrity of financial reporting overseeing accounting operations and partnering across functions to support strategic decisionmaking. The ideal candidate is a handson accounting professional with experience in a fastpaced productdriven environment. This role will report to the Controller and oversee one Accounting Manager.
WHAT YOU DO:
- Oversee and perform accounting functions including but not limited to monthend close intercompany accounting taxes financial reporting financial audits fixed assets cash management
- Work on automation and technology projects to continuously improve HOURGLASS finance processes
- Prepare and review closing journal entries accruals and balance sheet account reconciliations
- Support annual audit and liaise with external auditors ensuring all schedules and documentation are prepared accurately and on time
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and corporate policies
- Drive working capital improvements through monitoring and analysis of key balance sheet accounts: accounts payable accounts receivable and inventory
- Aid in the preparation and analysis of company financials alongside Controller and CFO
- Manage/prepare taxes; corporate income tax indirect taxes (sales and use tax VAT GST/HST) property taxes and other taxes/business licenses
- Supervise and develop accounting team members (this role will have one Accounting Manager reporting to it)
- Support special projects such as systems upgrades cost analysis or others as needed
YOULL GAIN:
- A wealth of experience within the finance and accounting umbrella of a growing global brand
- Cross functional exposure of the operations in luxury beauty
- Collaboration and partnership with key stakeholders across the organization
- Insight into the operations of Unilever Prestige and the other brands within the portfolio
YOULL LOVE THIS JOB IF:
- You are extremely ORGANIZED: You are not overwhelmed by the thought of tackling multiple tasks at a time.
- You are DETAIL ORIENTED: You appreciate the importance of having detailed and precise information.
- You are a strong COMMUNICATOR: You are a people person natural leader and collaborate well with others.
- You are AGILE: You adapt well to changing needs and priorities and are able to pivot easily to achieve goals and deadlines.
- You are CREATIVE: You are innovative and forwardthinking in your approach and mindset.
- You are highly STRATEGIC: You are able to develop creative concepts and vision that support brand and business goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience ideally in a consumer products manufacturing or distribution environment
- BA/BS required
- CPA preferred
- Strong understanding of GAAP/IFRS and internal control frameworks
- Audit or Big4 experience a strong plus
- Proficient in ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite SAP Oracle) and Microsoft Excel
- Excellent analytical skills and knowledge of data management tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Highly collaborative detail oriented and resourceful
- Must be able to work from Corporate Office at least 60% of the time.
The expected base salary range for this position is $125000.00 to $ 135000.00. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience skills education geographic location and budget.
This position is also eligible for participation in the company discretionary bonus plan based on personal performance and company results. In addition to base salary Hourglass Cosmetics offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees including medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance life insurance accident insurance critical illness insurance disability insurance retirement savings plans and company match paid family leave educationrelated programs paid holidays discretionary vacation time and more.
Hourglass is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive its business results and to create a better future every day for its diverse employees global consumers partners and communities. If you are an individual with a disability and need accommodation in order to apply for a job listing please contact us ator .
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Employment Type
Full Time
