**About Liquid I.V.** At Liquid I.V., our purpose is to elevate the vitality of people and the planet. An ambitious goal? Yes! But by playing to win, holding the bar higher, championing wellbeing, and always thinking with a pioneering mindset we can go further together to leave a lasting mark. Our products are stocked in over 80,000 retail doors, including the world’s leading specialty, big box, and online retailers such as Costco, Walmart, Target, Amazon, and many more. In just over 10 years, our growth has been exponential. And as part of Unilever, we’re continuing the expansion of Liquid I.V. into a global brand. We’re also passionate about cultivating solutions for equitable clean water access, a healthier planet, and thriving communities. We contribute over 1% of our company revenue to our Impact Program through which we provide partnerships and grants to organizations that expand access to clean and abundant water locally and globally. By 2026, our goal is to help ensure access to clean water for 2 million people around the world. **About our Team:** We are a world-class team of innovators and passionate changemakers, looking to develop transformative hydration solutions and make a meaningful impact on the world around us. At Liquid I.V., we are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. Our team members enjoy a flexible and inclusive working environment, a highly collaborative and innovation-forward culture, generous benefits and perks that empower employees to champion their wellbeing every day, as well as an infinite supply of Liquid I.V. for extraordinary hydration. **About the role:** Liquid I.V. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Accounting Manager to join our finance team at a leading Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company. The Accounting Manager will oversee the financial reporting, data collection, and treasury functions while providing accounting guidance to non-finance partners. This role involves supervising senior accountants, ensuring accurate and timely financial disclosures, managing the end-to-end service delivery model, and coordinating with other Unilever entities and North American treasury and tax teams. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing stakeholder expectations, supporting audits, and driving efficiency improvements. **Functions and duties of this role include, but not limited to:** + Supervision of Senior Accountants + Lead and manage a team of senior accountants, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations. + Ensure accurate and timely completion of accounting tasks and projects. + Custodian of Financial Reporting and Data Collection (V100) + Oversee the collection, consolidation, and reporting of financial data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and accounting standards. + Prepare and review financial reports, including monthly balance sheets and profit and loss (P&L) statements. + Year-End Financial Disclosure (V800) + Manage the preparation of year-end financial disclosures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. + Coordinate with shared services teams to address discrepancies and implement improvements. + Accounting Guidance for Non-Finance Partners + Provide expert accounting guidance to non-finance partners across the organization, including marketing, R&D, and supply chain teams. + Ensure that non-finance partners understand and adhere to accounting principles and company policies. + Treasury Management (Receipts and Payables) + Oversee treasury operations, including the management of cash receipts and payables. + Collaborate with the North American treasury team to optimize cash flow management. + Monthly Balance Sheet and P&L Flux Analysis + Perform monthly flux analysis on Balance Sheet and P&L accounts, identifying variances and providing explanations to management. + Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data. + Sales and Use Tax Tracking and Reporting + Manage the tracking and reporting of sales and use taxes. + Work closely with the tax team to address any tax-related issues. + Policy Guidance and Coordination + Provide policy guidance on accounting and financial matters, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and procedures. + Coordinate with other Unilever entities and North American treasury and tax teams to ensure consistency and compliance. + Audit Support + Assist with the coordination of internal and external audits, including the preparation of audit schedules and responses to audit inquiries. + Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. + Stakeholder Management + Manage stakeholder expectations by effectively communicating financial information and addressing concerns. + Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. + Service Delivery Model Management + Manage the end-to-end service delivery model, setting instructions and expectations for the shared services team. + Monitor and evaluate the performance of shared services, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery. + Efficiency Improvements + Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in accounting operations. + Propose and execute initiatives to streamline workflows. **Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. + 5+ years of accounting experience in CPG environment (preferred) or public accounting experience, including 2+ supervisory + Strong understanding of financial reporting, treasury operations, and tax compliance. + Experience with year-end financial disclosures and audit coordination. + Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. + Proven ability to manage and develop a team of accounting professionals. + Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; advanced Excel skills required. + Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities. + Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, Pivot Tables, Advanced Formulas) + Strong communication, interpersonal, team building and organizational skills + Ability to work collaboratively with people at all levels of the organization and make actionable recommendations + Flexibility to work under time constraints and deadlines + High aptitude & proven ability to drive assigned responsibilities to their successful conclusion with minimal supervision. **What We Give:** + 100% company-paid medical, dental and vision insurance for employees (PPO, HMO and Kaiser options). + A 401k plan with company match, short and long-term disability coverage. + A generous PTO and sick policy that includes 13+ paid annual holidays. + Wellness classes (fitness, mental health, nutrition, finance, etc.). + An Employee Assistance Program, including membership for guided meditation for all employees. + Monthly tech and wellness reimbursement. + An infinite supply of Liquid I.V. for endless hydration! **Work Environment:** + Hybrid office environment with flexibility for industry events. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The expected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $140,000 annually. The exact salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal company equity, and budget. This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to the company’s mission, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Liquid I.V. We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives that encourage new ways of solving problems, so we strive to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. Liquid I.V. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.