Accounting Manager

Why We Exist and What We Do : At Dr. Squatch ( www.drsquatch.com ), we’re raising the bar on men’s personal care with our line of natural, high-performance products. We’re on a high-growth, fast-moving ride, continually introducing new product categories, launching into retailers nationwide, and growing internationally. We have been recognized and certified by Great Place to Work® multiple times, and we achieved status as a certified B Corp in 2023. We are looking for passionate, talented people who want to join us in our mission to inspire and educate men to be happier and healthier! About the Role: Dr. Squatch is seeking an Accounting Manager who will lead the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams, support assigned general ledger areas, and also own project-based work such as SOX controls, tax data support, and audit coordination. You'll also serve as the accounting liaison between Unilever and Dr. Squatch on accounting and tax-related requests. This role will report to the Dr. Squatch Controller and will join the Finance & Accounting leadership team at Dr. Squatch. This is a full-time, hybrid role with company benefits based out of Dr. Squatch HQ in Marina del Rey, CA. The anticipated base compensation range for this role will be $120,000 to $160,000. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and local market rates. What You'll Do: Team Leadership Direct and coordinate AR and AP staff and any seasonal or contract resources Set priorities, delegate work, and keep the team aligned to audit and tax deadlines Accounts Receivable Oversee billing, cash application, collections, and credit memo processes Review AR aging, support reserve and expected credit loss analysis, and resolve aged items Own CECL calculations under the Unilever policies Accounts Payable Oversee invoice processing, three-way match, and payment runs Manage 1099 and vendor tax reporting, withholding requirements, and unclaimed property compliance Conduct accrual completeness reviews Monitor for duplicate payments, fraud risk, and policy exceptions General Ledger Review and approve journal entries for assigned areas, ensuring proper support and authorization Own reconciliation and variance analysis for assigned balance sheet accounts during the season Research and resolve GL discrepancies and aged reconciling items Prepare non-routine and adjusting entries arising from audit, tax, or project work Monitor intercompany balances related to AR and AP and help resolve imbalances Tax Season Support Serve as the primary accounting liaison to the Unilever Tax team and external tax advisors Prepare GL data, trial balance mappings, and supporting schedules for income tax provision, sales and use, property, and other filings SOX & Internal Controls Support documentation, testing, and remediation of AR, AP, GL, and other assigned controls Maintain risk and control matrices, narratives, and…