Manager Corporate Accounting (12 Month Contract)

Since 2015 Mejuri has reimagined what fine jewelry can be in a modern worldshifting it from a traditional gift to to a personal choice rooted in self-expression.

Founded by third-generation jeweler Noura Sakkijha the brand was built on a simple idea: fine jewelry shouldnt require a special occasion and it should never come with guilt. Its about celebrating yourselfyour style your life your everyday.

Mejuri meets customers where they areonline in app and through a growing global retail footprint of 45 stores worldwide. Mejuri is also deeply committed to doing things the right way with responsible sourcing sustainable practices and philanthropic initiatives that reflect our values and long-term vision.

Manager Corporate Accounting (12 Month Contract)

The Manager Corporate Accounting will be the point of contact for the company on all things Accounting including owning month end close reviewing of journal entries and financial statements maintaining detailed accounting records to ensure accuracy of financials and writing technical accounting this role you will have the opportunity to help Mejuri grow meet its business objectives and work cross-functionally. We are looking for someone who is excited about process improvement and is passionate about being a trusted advisor to our teams.

Reporting to the VP Corporate Controller you will work alongside the accounting AP FP&A eCommerce/Retail supply chain and marketing/creative operations teams to improve accuracy reduce close timeline and create efficiencies in processes.

This role also involves significant cross-department work and communication. You are passionate about solving problems and are motivated by a fast paced environment.

What youll do

Month-End Close:

• Oversee and manage the month-end quarter-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial results
• Review journal entries account reconciliations and supporting schedules
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure all financial data is captured accurately and in a timely manner
• Provide recommendations consistent with corporate accounting principles and procedures in full compliance with GAAP

Process Improvement and Ad-Hoc Projects

• Drive continuous refinements in our accounting processes with a focus on efficiency while driving improved visibility into key metrics
• Assist with and manage various ad-hoc projects as needed
• Develop and execute on initiatives that contribute to the objective of building out the accounting team technology stack specifically ERP Accounting Management and other system implementations
• Partner cross-functionally with Commercial Supply Chain Data/Technology business unit leaders in a proactive and consultative manner to plan for new business initiatives and operational changes

Internal Controls:

• Design implement and maintain internal controls for key processes to support internal controls framework
• Evaluate and enhance accounting policies procedures and internal control documentation.

Financial Reporting:

• Act as liaison to the external auditors for relevant financial statement sections and other external service providers and own the successful completion of the year-end audit and other assurance engagements as required
• Lead the preparation and review of internal and external financial statements in accordance with ASPE
• Ensure timely delivery of financial information to executive leadership and external stakeholders

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Lead mentor and develop a team of accounting professionals
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with FP&A AP Tax Legal and Operations
• Drive process improvements and system enhancements to increase efficiency and accuracy

Technical Accounting:

• Research and implement new accounting standards and pronouncements
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions
• Draft and maintain technical accounting memos and whitepapers

What youll bring to the team

• CPA with 6 years of progressive experience in full cycle and/or public accounting
• Excellent technical accounting and problem solving skills and extensive experience in analyzing interpreting GAAP IFRS
• Proven track record of managing a team and implementing strategic changes that impact the business beyond the Finance function
• Experience in managing revenue reporting including manual and automated order to cash reconciliation processes returns/warranties discounts
• Experience structuring hiring managing coaching developing and training a team of different levels and working styles
• Experience elevating team members in identifying and providing opportunities for growth and development and creating a culture where team members are able to use their voice and provide input

Things we consider an asset: (Nice to haves)

• Experience in Big 4 eCommerce retail manufacturing or consumer packaged goods industries
• Experience implementing ERP/Accounting Management systems (NetSuite preferred)
• Experience with BI tools (Looker preferred)

Key Performance Indicators:

• Time to close
• Accuracy of accounting (material misstatements control deficiencies out of period adjustments)

• A minimum of three weeks vacation plus personal days and three religious/cultural observance days.
• A hybrid work model for all corporate roles
• Mejuri Passport which allows employees who meet specific criteria to work in other locations for one month per year.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits including mental health coverage and generous personal and sick days for our full-time employees. We also offer bereavement leave including miscarriage and stillbirth support.
• Parental leave salary top-up of up to 80% as well as a personalized return-to-work transition and accommodation plan for full-time employees.
• Semi-annual performance reviews.
• A generous product discount!

At Mejuri our success is driven by a strong commitment to our Purpose and Values. Theyre the foundation of our operations defining how we show up solve problems and accomplish incredible thingstogether.

Our strength comes from each team members dedication to embracing and embodying these Values daily. This isnt merely a duty; its a passion that defines us. They guide us in providing extraordinary experiences for our customers and fostering an innovative environment. Success for us means living our values relentlessly.

Our values are:

RAISE THE BAR Stay Curious Share/Seek Feedback and Strive for Excellence

CUSTOMER OBSESSED Get Close to the Customer and prioritize them in our decisions

EMPOWERED OWNERS Treat the company like your own and take initiative

FIND A WAY Seek simple creative solutions and act fast

DRIVE RESULTS Be clear on your goals and be relentless in achieving them

TEAM FIRST Value team success over personal Ego