Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Location: Remote

wildwonder is named one of the fastest growing private companies in America and makes a better-for-you beverage with gut health benefits. Food is our love language and we don’t believe in sacrificing taste for health. Our delicious, heritage-inspired sparkling drinks are distributed nationally and carried by flagship retailers such as Whole Foods, Sprouts, Target, Albertsons as well as the most health conscious companies including Google, LinkedIn, and Doordash. wildwonder has been featured by Shark Tank, Inc. Magazine, The Today Show, Oprah, Well+Good, etc.

We are on a mission to create everyday wonders and for those under-voiced in our communities. 5% of profits from every can goes to causes that empower female and marginalized communities. More info here: https://drinkwildwonder.com/

As our first Finance & Accounting direct hire, you will work directly with the CEO and collaborate closely with leaders across sales, marketing, and operations teams to track & drive performance. The ideal candidate will have a strategic and analytical mindset.

Job Responsibilities:

Reporting:

• Manage monthly close process to issue timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and necessary corporate reports in accordance with US GAAP.
• Support Operational initiatives with P&L forecasting, expense analysis, and reporting of results.
• Generate and track key financial performance metrics. Own key corporate reporting requirements to the Board of Directors and Executive Team

Budgeting & Financial Modeling:

• Lead/Support preparation of annual budget, periodic forecasts, and detailed financial build and analyses. Provide support to the CEO as needed for fundraising.
• Consult on financial review of business case justifications for cross-functional projects with appropriate project leads to identify value and investment implications

Accounting Management:

• Manage accounting operations, including outsourced bookkeeper, and ensure all accounting information is properly captured and categorized. Manage working capital including inventory to optimize cash flow.
• Performs a variety of advanced financial analysis projects. Projects can include cash flow analysis, ROI analysis, and working capital analysis

Trade Analysis & Deductions Management:

• Track and analyze the effectiveness of trade promotions. Manage deductions and disputes with third-party support.
• Support the impact of promotions, price changes, and new region growth rates.

Strategic Support:

• Support sales projections and identify opportunities to improve profitability through customer, product, and cost reporting. Assist with ad hoc analysis and reports to drive sales & profitability.
• Consult on financial review of business case justifications for cross-functional projects with appropriate project leads to identify value and investment implications

Tax, Insurance, and HR Compliance:

• Support various tax requirements including payroll employer tax, sales and use tax, etc.
• Support external firm with annual income tax filings
• Ensure appropriate insurance coverage and HR compliance, including state & city registrations and filings

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. MBA, CPA or MA a plus but not required
• 5+ years of FP&A experience and 3+ years of food and beverage experience (or CPG), investment banking experience also preferred.
• Extensive experience with cash flow management, general and cost accounting, sales analysis, and working with senior leadership.
• Advanced Excel skills, extensive QuickBooks experience, and strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Strong written, analytical and problem-solving skills with proven experience in driving process improvement.
• Detail oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a fast growth startup environment and wear multiple hats as needed. Working collaboratively in a remote team environment. We’re looking for someone with a positive, can-do attitude, who can work independently.
• Opportunity for occasional travel to SF HQ and trade shows as needed up to 10%.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO & flexible location
• Medical / dental / vision healthcare benefits
• 401K