Lead the close, elevate the numbers, and bring structure to the accounting department at a fast-scaling better for you candy company.

JOYRIDE

JOYRIDE is on a mission to change the way the world eats and experiences candy. With less sugar than the leading brands, no artificial colors, sweeteners, or preservatives, and over two million followers on social media (@joyride), JOYRIDE is rapidly growing and redefining what better-for-you candy tastes, looks, and feels like.

What You Will Do

The Senior Accounting Manager serves as a key leader within the accounting function, owning the execution and continuous improvement of the month-end close process. As the right hand to the Controller, this role ensures alignment across core accounting areas, maintains the integrity of financial reporting, and drives consistency in processes, timelines, and deliverables. This individual will play a critical role in strengthening internal controls, supporting audit readiness, and elevating the overall performance and scalability of the accounting team.

Month-End Close Leadership & Execution:

Own and manage the monthly close process and close calendar
Coordinate activities across accounting functions to ensure timely completion
Personally prepare and/or review key journal entries, including accruals and adjustments
Perform and review critical account reconciliations
Track progress against deadlines and proactively resolve bottlenecks
Ensure close is completed within target timeline (7-10 business days)

Hands-On Accounting & Review:

Prepare and review journal entries (accruals, reclasses, estimates)
Work with Controller to make accounting judgments as needed
Review reconciliations and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness
Maintain integrity of the general ledger and financial reporting

Team Coordination & Oversight:

Act as a central point of coordination across accounting team members, including: Revenue & Trade Accounting, Inventory & Cost Accounting, Accounts Payable
Ensure clear ownership of deliverables and accountability for deadlines
Step in to support or execute work directly when gaps arise
Provide guidance and coaching to staff accountants

Accounting Support to Stakeholders:

Monitor inbound requests from vendors, customers, and internal teams
Resolve issues or route to the appropriate accounting owner
Ensure timely and professional response to all accounting-related inquiries
Identify recurring issues and implement process improvements

Process Improvement & Controls:

Strengthen close checklists, documentation, and internal controls
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce manual work
Support audit readiness and documentation

Audit & Reporting Support:

Prepare audit schedules and support external auditors
Assist Controller with financial reporting and analysis

Who You Are

At JOYRIDE, we’re looking for a Senior Accounting Manager who doesn’t just manage the month-end process—but leads it. As our Close Captain, you’ll coordinate across accounting functions (revenue, inventory, AP) to resolve issues and ensure the team delivers accurate financials and responsive support to the broader organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented operator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong technical accounting expertise, and leads through organization, clear communication, and proactive problem-solving.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
6+ years of progressive accounting experience; including being a senior accounting or manager
Strong understanding of GAAP
Experience managing or coordinating month-end close
Strong attention to detail and willingness to be hands-on
ERP experience (NetSuite, QuickBooks Enterprise, or similar)
Experience in high-growth CPG strongly preferred
Experience with trade spend and inventory accounting and improving close processes and controls also highly desirable

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
Equity
Comprehensive health and vision insurance
PTO
Remote work environment
Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Sr. Accounting Manager