Manager, Accounting

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves live in the moment learn about the world and have fun together. The Companys three core products are Snapchat a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends family and the world; Lens Studio an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses Spectacles.

The Finance Team plays a vital role in supporting this mission. We partner with leaders across the business to provide insights guidance and operational support that ensure Snap remains financially strong strategically aligned and compliant with global reporting standards. Finance includes Finance Business Partnership Accounting Finance Operations Financial Systems Internal Audit Tax Treasury and Investor Relations teams.

Were looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the accounting operations for our Spectacles hardware business! Youll establish the costing and revenue frameworks from the ground up shape our financial systems for scalability and partner with leaders across FP&A Supply Chain and Engineering. This is a unique opportunity to build and lead a team at the intersection of technology operations and accounting excellence.

What youll do:

Build a team that is responsible for inventory costing COGS analysis and product revenue recognition.
Partner cross-functionally with FP&A Supply Chain and Engineering teams to support operational scalability and determine the appropriate accounting for new products.
Develop and maintain standard costing structures including BOM costing overhead absorption and variance reporting.
Build the revenue recognition framework by identifying performance obligations transaction prices and timing of revenue recognition in accordance with accounting standards.
Drive the monthly and quarterly close process including journal entries system integrations reconciliations and manufacturing cost analysis.
Lead the development of the inventory accounting and revenue accounting systems for our hardware business. Optimize the ERP and sub-ledger integrations to automate processes.
Maintain and track manufacturing equipment and production assets.
Provide support for the annual financial statement audit as well as periodic internal audits.
Prepare materials for internal and external reporting on a monthly and quarterly basis.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in cost accounting and operational reporting.
Identify risks implement controls and maintain proper process documentation and evidence in accordance with SOX requirements.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

Demonstrated experience building and managing accounting teams for product-based businesses with a hands-on approach.
Deep understanding of inventory and revenue accounting under US GAAP and/or IFRS.
Expertise with ERP and inventory management systems (SAP Oracle etc.) and experience implementing or enhancing such systems.
Strong analytical and data modeling skills as well as familiarity with Excel Google Sheets and databases.
Strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced environments balancing detail orientation with business impact.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to translate complex financial concepts for cross-functional partners.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in accounting finance or equivalent years of experience.
ACA/ACCA/CPA (or equivalent) certification preferred.
7 years of progressive accounting experience including managing cost or revenue accounting teams.
Background in hardware manufacturing consumer electronics or related tech sectors.

Experience developing or implementing inventory management systems and how they integrate with ERP platforms.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please dont be shy and provide us some information.

Default Together Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster reinforce our values and serve our community customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this we practice a default together approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4 days per week.

At Snap we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race religious creed color national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status sex gender gender identity gender expression pregnancy childbirth and breastfeeding age sexual orientation military or veteran status or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. EOE including disability/vets.

Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community so weve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave comprehensive medical coverage emotional and mental health support programs and compensation packages that let you share in Snaps long-term success!

Required Experience:

Manager

What youll do:

Build a team that is responsible for inventory costing COGS analysis and product revenue recognition.
Partner cross-functionally with FP&A Supply Chain and Engineering teams to support operational scalability and determine the appropriate accounting for new products.
Develop and maintain standard costing structures including BOM costing overhead absorption and variance reporting.
Build the revenue recognition framework by identifying performance obligations transaction prices and timing of revenue recognition in accordance with accounting standards.
Drive the monthly and quarterly close process including journal entries system integrations reconciliations and manufacturing cost analysis.
Lead the development of the inventory accounting and revenue accounting systems for our hardware business. Optimize the ERP and sub-ledger integrations to automate processes.
Maintain and track manufacturing equipment and production assets.
Provide support for the annual financial statement audit as well as periodic internal audits.
Prepare materials for internal and external reporting on a monthly and quarterly basis.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in cost accounting and operational reporting.
Identify risks implement controls and maintain proper process documentation and evidence in accordance with SOX requirements.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

Demonstrated experience building and managing accounting teams for product-based businesses with a hands-on approach.
Deep understanding of inventory and revenue accounting under US GAAP and/or IFRS.
Expertise with ERP and inventory management systems (SAP Oracle etc.) and experience implementing or enhancing such systems.
Strong analytical and data modeling skills as well as familiarity with Excel Google Sheets and databases.
Strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced environments balancing detail orientation with business impact.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to translate complex financial concepts for cross-functional partners.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in accounting finance or equivalent years of experience.
ACA/ACCA/CPA (or equivalent) certification preferred.
7 years of progressive accounting experience including managing cost or revenue accounting teams.
Background in hardware manufacturing consumer electronics or related tech sectors.