Senior Manager, Accounting

About Away

We believe travel makes us better. Launched in 2016 with one perfectly designed carry-on, we now offer a range of luggage and travel essentials for every journey. Together we create, innovate, and embark on this journey as a community of travelers, helping to make travel more seamless for everyone.

Join The Crew

We are hiring a Senior Manager, Accounting to join our Accounting team. This position reports to the Senior Director, Accounting and takes Away further by working closely with both the Accounting team and Supply Chain Technology (SCT) team on system improvements for sales audit and inventory processes, while also supporting the monthly financial inventory close process (closing adjustments, monthly accruals, balance sheet reconciliations).

What you’ll do as the Senior Manager, Accounting

• You’ll lead in building out the sales audit process through the Shopify platform, and strengthen internal controls around the sales audit process

• You’ll lead the Accounting team in reviewing daily sales audit issues, and coordinate with SCT and Digital teams on implementing any system enhancement work to correct process issues

• You’ll coordinate required updates to store standard operating procedures with the Retail Operations team

• You’ll work with the Cost Accounting team to identify First In-First Out (FIFO) related enhancements to the Microsoft Dynamics D365 ERP system

• You will work with the Logistics and Sourcing teams to implement process improvements related to inventory purchases and three way match

• You’ll own preparation of monthly closing adjustments for FIFO accounting plus work with the Cost Accounting team in preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations and inventory analysis

• You’ll identify opportunities to utilize AI in enhancing accounting processes and automating manual tasks, as well as identify and implement opportunities to automate and improve daily accounting processes and reduce monthly close timeline

• You’ll assist with audit requests, such as preparing supporting documentation and schedules

• You’ll build and present ad-hoc reports to support monthly analyses as needed

Who you are

• You have a BS/BA in Accounting or a related field

• You have Cost Accounting/Inventory Accounting experience at a mix of public and private environments; experience at a retail start-up strongly preferred, but not required

• You have experience with and an understanding of both average and FIFO inventory accounting

• You have an understanding of internal controls over direct to consumer (DTC) sales processes

• You have previous experience with ERP systems (D365 experience preferable) along with related platforms for inventory management and DTC sales (Shopify preferable)

• You are an excellent verbal and written communicator across different audiences, both internal and external (Slack experience preferred, but not required)

• You are detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills

• You’re creative and innovative; you love to build great new things that are fresh and unique while staying on brand

• You’re agile, and motivated by a fast-paced and ever changing environment

• You’re passionate about transforming travel for all (but that’s a given!)

Excited to join the team, but not sure you meet all of the qualifications? Please apply, we’d still love to hear from you.

Who We Are

• We’re travelers. Travel is about the journey - the transformative experiences and the growth each trip offers. All employees are encouraged to take time to get away through our variety of time away from work offerings. 

• We’re driven. The work we do matters and collectively drives impact. No matter the job title, everyone at Away is a meaningful contributor in unlocking our ever growing potential.

• We’re supportive. We value the entirety of your life's journey, not just the milestones. You'll find an environment that celebrates balance, understanding that your personal passions and commitments outside of work, are threads of the same fabric that makes you unique.

What We Offer

Our total rewards are inclusive of both compensation and benefits. What we offer within a salary range is dependent on a number of factors, including scope and qualifications for the role, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to other Away employees. Salary and benefit offerings are reviewed during phone screenings to ensure alignment.

• Compensation: $135,000-$140,000 annually

• This role is eligible to participate in Away’s Annual Company Performance Incentive Bonus Plan, the terms of which are determined at the discretion of the company

• Equity Grant: commensurate with level determined at the discretion of the company

• Benefits Overview:

  • Take care of yourself and your family through our health insurance offerings

  • Invest in your future by participating in our 401(k) (with a company match!)

  • Find balance through our many paid time off programs (vacation, wellbeing, holidays, summer Fridays, and compassion leave - just to name a few!)

  • Build your travel uniform through discount codes, product stipends, and giveaways

  • Give back through company-sponsored volunteer and charitable opportunities

How We Work

This is an office-based position that works from our Soho, NYC office four days a week. Our working hours are 9am-6pm et, but we embrace a common-sense approach to flexibility in the workplace. It’s about being present, engaged, and balancing work with real-life needs.

Our Commitment

As a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, Away seeks individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply for this opportunity. We’re creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Our customers are global and diverse, so we’re building a team that is too. Through initiatives like our Employee Resource Groups, anti-racism training, and bias prevention initiatives, we’re building the cultural foundation that gives people the emotional and physical space to bring their authentic selves to work.

EEOC Statement: 

Away is dedicated to hiring a diverse workplace that celebrates an inclusive culture and a sense of belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran status, genetic information or disability. 

Away is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].