Associate Accounting Manager

Studs is a category-defining ear piercing and earring brand named one of “the 10 most innovative companies in retail for 2023” by Fast Company. Studs connects ear piercing with aftercare and earring shopping to create an end-to-end Earscaping® experience. We offer a better retail and digital experience that prioritizes safety and expertise in a cool, fun and welcoming environment, along with a wide earring assortment—all at an accessible price point.

Salary Range: $80,000-$100,000

Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Accounting, the Associate Accounting Manager will work cross-functionally supporting our omnichannel business, with an expanding e-commerce AND retail business. This is a unique opportunity to be on the ground floor of creating and implementing process improvements. We are looking for a team player who is ready to think strategically, act with integrity, and have fun while doing it. This role is based in New York, NY.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in accounting functions, including but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable,


• Inventory, cash management, COGS, revenue, prepaid, fixed assets, equity, and taxes


• Support the month-end close processes, including preparing journal entries and supporting reconciliations


• Perform monthly analytics to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial statements


• Including reconciling, researching, and resolving discrepancies


• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements, including preparation of business and tax-related needs for new studio locations


• Help lead the implementation of best practices to simplify, standardize, and scale our business

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years working experience in Accounting


• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field


• Experience with QuickBooks and other ERP systems


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills


• Familiarity with G-Suite, Shopify, and Tableau


• Attention to detail and the ability to analyze large amounts of data


• Experience with multi-unit, inventory businesses


• Driven, creative problem solver who consistently acts with integrity and speaks up


• Owner’s mindset, with the ability to approach feedback and problems with a positive attitude.

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible Work Environment (3 days in office, 2 days work from home)


• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (including a plan option with $0 in-network mental health visits)


• Access to Mental Health and Work/Life Resources including Online Therapy, Gender Affirmation Support Services, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Voluntary Life Insurance


• Health and Commuter Tax-Advantaged Accounts


• Stock Options in connection with the Company’s Equity Incentive Plan


• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan


• Paid Time Off, Paid Safe & Sick Leave, and Paid Parental Leave


• Paid Sabbatical After 4 Years of Service


• Exclusive Employee Discounts on Piercings and Jewelry (we’ve got your friends and family covered too!)


• Access to PerkSpot and additional benefits such as pet insurance, discounted tickets, personal finance coaching, healthy rewards, and more!

Studs is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status. Studs considers qualified applicants with criminal histories. We comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which we operate. If you require an accommodation for the application process, please fill out this form.

Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.