Senior Manager, Accounting

ABOUT HINT 

Back when we started Hint in 2005, our motto was Drink Water, Not Sugar. Our mission to this day is to help people fall in love with water — delicious fruit-infused water — so they can live healthier lives. 

Twenty years on, we’ve attracted our share of imitators, but no one has been able to match that touch of true fruit flavor in every bottle of Hint. The craftsmanship we put into creating flavors that fully reflect their fruit origin is unparalleled. And with no sweeteners, no preservatives, and zero calories, is it any wonder our fans have turned Hint into an obsession?  

Today, Hint is sold in over 30,000 stores all over the United States. We feature dozens of amazing flavors — including perennial favorites Blackberry, Watermelon, and Cherry — as well as limited edition smash-ups and exclusive bundles, all available at drinkhint.com, Amazon, e-Retail accounts, and major retailers. 

THE OPPORTUNITY 

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accounting Manager to join our accounting team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in manufacturing, cost accounting, a solid background in external audit support, and hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP. This role plays a critical part in managing accounting operations, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and reporting requirements. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting 

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the accounting department including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, trade spend, payroll, and weekly treasury reporting. 

• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, balance sheet support, ensuring accuracy and timeliness, including but not limited to preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules. 

• Evaluate existing accounting tasks and workflows to understand end-to-end processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop streamlined procedures that enhance accuracy, scalability, and operational efficiency. 

• Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures. 

Financial Reporting & Compliance 

• Utilize NetSuite to manage financial data and support Strategic Finance team with reporting.  

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies. 

• Assist with external audits, including providing cost and payroll documentation. 

• Develop and maintain strong internal controls related to inventory, payroll, and accounting processes.

Cost Accounting 

• Work with Supply Chain to develop and maintain cost accounting systems - purchase order to process order to sale of finished goods, including inventory support. 

Payroll Administration 

• Experience with Paylocity preferred but not required to support and back up payroll when needed. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred; CMA a plus)
• 6–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including manufacturing and cost accounting
• 3+ years of experience leading accounting operations and managing month-end/year-end close
• Strong knowledge of inventory accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis
• Proven experience supporting external audits and maintaining strong internal controls (GAAP required)
• Hands-on NetSuite ERP experience required, including reporting and financial data management
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to streamline processes and improve accounting workflows
• Payroll experience is a plus (Paylocity preferred but not required)

• Base salary of $120,000-135,000. Actual salary offer may vary based on location and work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
• Bonus Eligible
• Unlimited Vacation
• Sick Days
• Up to 95% of the employee and dependent healthcare premiums paid for by the company
• Life insurance (company-paid and voluntary)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K (regular and Roth)
• Up to $150/month health and wellness reimbursement
• Up to $100 monthly towards your cell phone and $50 monthly towards Internet (if applicable)
• Employee Discount on Hint Water