STAFF ACCOUNTANT - LEVEL I

We’re hiring a [Staff Accountant – Level I] to join our Finance and Accounting team. This person will bring clarity to financial data and play a pivotal role in developing accounting infrastructure to support Happy Dad’s next phase of growth. You’ll work cross-functionally to inform key decisions across departments and build systems and processes that enable smarter, faster insights into our financial performance. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with 2+ years of experience in corporate accounting, audit, or a fast-paced, accounting role at a CPG/DTC e-commerce company—especially if you’re looking to get closer to brand execution in a high-growth, culturally-driven business. You’ll thrive in this role if you’re analytically sharp, commercially curious, and excited to work in an environment where no two days look the same. Key Responsibilities: • Post monthly journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP accounting standards and company accounting policies. • Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including various schedules for prepaids, accruals, and other liabilities. • Conduct monthly tracking and auditing of P&L accounts to support budget accuracy and derive actionable insights. • Evaluate e-commerce transactions, reconciling orders (Shopify, TikTok, Amazon) with payment records to ensure transaction accuracy and derive channel and SKU-level insights. • Perform inventory reconciliations to maintain accurate stock levels and consistency with shipping records. • Manage purchase orders between Accounts Payable and Procurement to ensure timely processing and inform cash flow forecasting. • Prepare and analyze budget reports for different departments to support financial planning and decision-making. • Collaborate with Strategic Finance by providing key financial data for internal and external reporting. • Conduct root-cause analysis on key financial drivers, helping teams understand what’s working, what isn’t, and why. • Serve as a strategic thought partner—proactively identifying high-impact insights and asking the right questions to influence direction. • Apply structured thinking, hypothesis-driven problem-solving, and frequent communication to support data-informed decisions across teams. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related analytical field. • CPA preferred, but not required. • 2+ years of work experience in corporate accounting, audit, or financial operations at a CPG/DTC e-commerce company (alcohol experience is a plus but not required). • Highly proficient in Excel and comfortable with various enterprise systems, including QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, etc. • Excellent communication skills—able to distill complex data into clear, actionable takeaways. • Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments. • Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively. • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and proactive in driving clarity. Key Partners and Team Structure • You will report directly to the Accounting Manager. • You’ll work closely with the Production, Procurement, and E-commerce teams, acting as a key liaison between Accounting and cross-functional stakeholders. • You’ll collaborate frequently with the Strategic Finance and Executive teams, providing insights that shape financial decisions. • You’ll also interface with our external partners (e.g., suppliers, vendors, etc.) to ensure accuracy and efficiency in reporting and analysis. • This role sits at the intersection of accounting and execution—making you a critical partner for financial insights as Happy Dad scales across channels and geographies. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $68,000 - $80,000 Benefits: • PTO • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • 401(k) Plans