Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

About Harry’s 

Harry’s Inc. started in 2013 with a specific goal: disrupt the shaving industry by creating an innovative, everyday product at a fair price. Since then, Harry’s has expanded to Canada and Europe, developed relationships with retailers such as Target and Walmart, expanded our grooming brand into a personal care powerhouse, launched two new brands including Flamingo and Cat Person, and made our first brand acquisition with Lumē. 

The key to our success? Our amazing people. From chemists, mechanical engineers, CX associates, to creative directors, sourcing managers, and logistics specialists, the Harry’s team is composed of some of the most brilliant, diverse, and humble people you’ll ever meet. 

Our brands answer unmet consumer needs, but our company is a place of inclusion and innovation that attracts some of the brightest minds across industries, geographies, and backgrounds. Whether we have a team of 5 or 500, our core values and our startup mentality remain; we value continuous improvement and learning, teamwork and collaboration, creative problem solving, and open and direct dialogue and feedback.

The Harry's Inc working model is in-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Our beautiful 70,000 square foot SoHo office is decked out with bagels on Wednesdays and lunch on Thursdays, and fully stocked kitchens with snacks, coffee, and drinks everyday.  Can’t forget the free products and the opportunity to have some meetings without Zoom!

About the team

This role will be part of a global team, comprising the Finance & Accounting, Legal, and Strategy teams spanning North America, the UK and Germany. The global Accounting team works cross-functionally within the broader organization and consists of both commercial and corporate functions. 

About the role

As the Technical Accounting Senior Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the commercial and corporate accounting teams in their day-to-day operations and help inform management on the accounting impact of business decisions. You will be the go-to person on all accounting and regulatory guidance (FASB, AICPA, PCAOB, and SEC) and compose technical accounting memos as needed. You will also play a key role in the annual external audit process, including quarterly reviews, and assist in preparing materials for our quarterly audit committee meetings. You should be comfortable navigating complex accounting matters to support transactions and initiatives that help scale our business.

What you will accomplish

• Lead the development, implementation, and communication of accounting policies, ensuring compliance with US GAAP across our global business
• Become the go-to source on company wide accounting policies and our in-house technical accounting expert
• Analyze and provide guidance on accounting and SEC reporting considerations for complex accounting topics including: stock based compensation, M&A/purchase accounting, non-gaap financial measures, and other significant unusual transactions 
• Actively participate and partner with business leads and accounting team to assist in decision making while maintaining accounting compliance
• Prepare accounting position memos and work with external auditors to develop and build alignment around accounting conclusions
• Prepare accounting calculations, journal entries and disclosures related to stock based compensation.
• Monitor, assess, and implement new accounting pronouncements applicable to the company, including ESG 
• Support SOX implementation and compliance
• Prepare interim and annual disclosure checklists to ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements

This should describe you

• A Bachelor’s and Master's degree in accounting from an accredited four-year college. 
• 8-10 years experience professional experience with a mix of audit and experience in one, or more of the following: Technical accounting for a public filer, SEC reporting for a public filer, Audit firm’s National practice, relevant Advisory experience
• Some familiarity with UK and German GAAP a plus
• IPO experience is a plus
• Active CPA license 
• Strong technical accounting expertise. Experience in US GAAP technical accounting research and drafting technical accounting position memos. You love to get technical!
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to drive to conclusions on technical matters and convey complex concepts to a variety of audiences, including our auditors, management and business partners.
• Strategic business partner. Deeply understands how Harry’s works and can assist in decision making while maintaining accounting compliance. You are able to explain technical concepts to non-accountants.
• Effective Cross-Functional Partner. Proactive relationship builder who invests in getting to know cross functional partners and listens to understand what’s most important to them. Works to establish trust, reliability, and partnership with folks across our business.
• Accountable and Proactive Doer. Willing to roll up your sleeves as needed and are 100% reliable, does what you say you will do, and proactively closes the loop. You enjoy an entrepreneurial atmosphere that requires you to work alongside the team and to be comfortable in a lean environment. You have the ability to produce quality materials within tight timeframes while simultaneously managing several projects and shifting priorities

• Culture Builder. Build relationships, participate in engagement activities, lean into broader DEI forums, and champion DEI in all that you do.

 Here's who you'll work with

• Reporting to the Director of Corporate Accounting and Financial Reporting
• Substantial exposure to Chief Financial Officer, General Counsel and other members of the Harry’s Inc. Global Leadership Team
• Supporting the global accounting team
• Supporting cross-functional partners 
• Work closely with our Audit Committee

Benefits and perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k match
• Equity in Harry’s 
• Flexible time off and working hours
• Wellness and L&D stipends
• 4 weeks sabbatical after 5 years, 6 weeks after 10 years, and 8 weeks after 15 years 
• Up to 20 weeks of pregnancy leave and up to 16 weeks of parental leave
• Fun IRL and virtual events including happy hours, team building events, and parties on our rooftop
• Free products from all of our brands

Harry’s is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do great work together.

Harry’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We recruit, hire and promote into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), parental status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital, family or partnership status, political affiliation or activities, military service, domestic violence victim status, arrest/conviction record, sexual or reproductive health decisions, caregiver status, credit history immigration status, unemployment status, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles or any other status protected under applicable federal, state and local laws. Harry’s commitment to providing equal employment opportunities extends to all aspects of employment, including job assignment, compensation, discipline and access to benefits and training.

We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our company.

We can’t quantify all of the intangible things we think you’ll love about working at Harry’s, like the exciting challenges we tackle, the smart and humble team you’ll get to work with, and our supportive and inclusive culture. That said, our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry, and are one part of our total rewards package, which also includes a comprehensive set of benefits and our equity program. The base salary hiring range for this position is $142,400-$155,000, but the final compensation offer will ultimately be based on the candidate’s location, skill level and experience.