About the Role

Zero Hiring is partnering with a leading multi-location retail organisation to recruit an Accounting Manager for their Edison, NJ finance team.

Our client is the #1 selling furniture brand in the world and the #1 retailer of furniture and bedding in the United States. With continued growth across locations, the Accounting Manager plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of the company's financial operations.

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager leads the month-end close process, maintains strong internal controls, oversees day-to-day accounting functions, and supports financial reporting, audit readiness, and strategic business initiatives. This role serves as a key business partner across departments—providing timely financial information, identifying opportunities for process improvement, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Close & Reporting

Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Maintain ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and related controls
Partner with Finance leadership to prepare monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and management reporting
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial reporting

General Ledger Management

Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts
Review complex accounting transactions and ensure compliance with GAAP
Analyse accounting variances and investigate discrepancies
Provide technical accounting guidance to team members and business partners
Ensure appropriate accounting treatment for payroll, incentive compensation, accruals, and other key accounting areas

Operational Accounting Oversight

Oversee accounts payable processes, vendor payments, and cash disbursements
Review payment runs and ensure alignment with cash flow requirements
Monitor vendor activity and resolve invoice, receipt, and reconciliation issues
Partner with operational teams to improve financial processes and controls

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

Coordinate annual financial statement audits and external audit requests
Prepare and review audit schedules and supporting documentation
Maintain compliance with internal controls and accounting policies
Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks
Ensure audit readiness throughout the year

Treasury, Insurance & Risk Management

Support treasury activities, cash management, and banking relationships
Manage accounting activities related to insurance programmes and claims
Monitor insurance accruals and related financial reporting
Assist with risk management initiatives and financial compliance requirements

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members
Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards
Conduct performance reviews and support professional development planning
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and operational excellence
Support recruiting, onboarding, and succession planning within the accounting function

Cross-Functional Partnership

Collaborate with FP&A, HR, Operations, Merchandising, Supply Chain, and Executive Leadership
Provide financial insights that support business decisions
Participate in special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
6–10 years of progressive accounting experience
Minimum 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
Experience managing month-end close processes
Experience coordinating external audits
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience working within ERP and financial reporting systems

Preferred Qualifications

CPA designation
Retail, distribution, or multi-location business experience
Experience supporting high-growth organisations
Experience with process improvement and system implementations

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $110,000–$145,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience
Bonus programme: 10% of annual salary based on personal and company performance
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off and holiday pay
Referral bonuses up to $1,000
Eligibility for company profit-sharing programme

Schedule

Full-time, minimum 40 hours per week
Hybrid: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday in-office required
Occasional travel between company locations

Our Hiring Process

We've designed our process to get you from application to offer in 2–3 weeks — no lengthy waiting periods, no unnecessary stages.

Step 1 — AI Interview (within 48 hours of applying) Complete a short AI-powered interview at a time that suits you. No scheduling required — you choose when you do it, and it can be completed within 48 hours of applying.

Step 2 — Recruiter Call A member of the Zero Hiring team will reach out to walk you through the role and the business in more detail, answer your questions, and make sure this is the right fit on both sides.

Step 3 — Client Interviews You'll meet the team. Typically 2–3 interviews with the hiring organisation, designed to give both parties a thorough and genuine sense of fit.

Step 4 — Offer If it's a match, we move fast. Expect a clear, timely offer without the drawn-out back-and-forth.

Accounting Manager