Director of Accounting and Finance

Company Overview

At Gerber Childrenswear, we stand for quality, everyday comfort, and safety. From the clothes we design, the fabrics we select, and our focus on sustainability and community, we have got what babies need for their first 1000 days and from one generation to the next.

Our Team

Our mission is to be a trusted partner to those responsible for the parenting journey. We do this by seeking every day to answer the question -Will this be safe and bring comfort and joy to every child?

We are dedicated to our mission and passionate about collaboration, moving quickly, breaking down barriers, leveraging technology, eliminating bureaucracy, and constantly striving to evolve. Our cultural foundation is built on quality, trust, and value, all bundled together in 90 years of happy little clients while focused on continuously improving to ensure many more years of happy little clients.

This is a full-time, hybrid role with our office in Greenville, SC. This position does require 3 days in the office and 2 days that can be completed remotely from home.

Who We Are Looking For:

Responsible for directing the accounting functions by establishing and maintaining the organization's accounting principles, practices, and procedures. Provide timely, relevant, and accurate information regarding the company's financial results. Ensure the quality and integrity of the internal control system and that the company complies with legal and fiscal standards.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for preparing monthly and year-end financial statements in a timely manner in accordance with GAAP and management requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring that all entries to the general ledger are processed promptly and accurately in a timely matter.
• Responsible for compilation of annual operating budget and financial forecasts as required by management.
• Responsible for maintaining corporate, franchise and sales tax compliance. Assist outside accountants and service providers with preparation of all tax filings.
• Work with all auditors - internal, external, bank, tax, etc., to ensure audits are completed efficiently, effectively and on time.
• Interact with all levels of management in evaluating business activities to ensure financial results are achieved or exceeded. Provide analysis and assistance to management in formulating strategies to achieve financial goals.
• Responsible for ensuring payments to vendors are accurate and timely.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate A/R and inventory reserves.
• Reviews and analyses royalty reports and ensures compliance with established processes and procedures and requirements of licensor agreements.
• Work with CFO on ensuring proper insurance coverage.
• Responsible for hiring, training, and development of Finance department staff.

Physical/Visual Activities or Demand:

Physical/visual activities or demands commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and listen.

Position Qualification Requirements:

Education/Experiences:
• College graduate with a B.A, or B.S. degree in accounting or business, with an emphasis in accounting
• Seven or more years of accounting experience with strong analytical skills
• Working-level experience in Excel, SAP, and Microsoft Word.

Skills and Abilities:

Which may be representative but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detailed-oriented and organized.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Positive relationships with internal and external customers. i.e., managing directors, internal auditors, insurance brokers, external CPA firm/auditors
• Computer knowledge - proficient in current office applications
• MBA or CPA is strongly preferred but not required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay - We believe in rewarding success and showing our employees just how much they're valued in a variety of different ways, including compensation.
• Health and Wellness - There's nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
• Time away from work - Sometimes, we need time away to be with family, enjoy our hobbies, focus on our health, or just recharge. We are committed to helping our employees create work-life harmony!
• Growth and Development - We are constantly seeking to offer opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Financial Planning and well-being - No matter our employees' financial goals, we want to help them get there. We offer access to benefits, programs, and education to help our employees to protect their income, pay for expenses and invest in the future. Including a generous 401K match!
• Extras, discounts, and perks - Generous discounts to our company and related companies are just one of our cool extras!