Senior Accounting Manager, GL

Overview

About Faire Faire is an online wholesale marketplace built on the belief that the future is local — independent retailers around the globe are doing more revenue than Walmart and Amazon combined, but individually, they are small compared to these massive entities. At Faire, we're using the power of tech, data, and machine learning to connect this thriving community of entrepreneurs across the globe.

Picture your favorite boutique in town — we help them discover the best products from around the world to sell in their stores. With the right tools and insights, we believe that we can level the playing field so that small businesses everywhere can compete with these big box and e-commerce giants. By supporting the growth of independent businesses, Faire is driving positive economic impact in local communities, globally.

We’re looking for smart, resourceful and passionate people to join us as we power the shop local movement. If you believe in community, come join ours.

• Own end-to-end GL close execution, including close planning, timeline management, risk identification, and cross-functional coordination
• Lead and develop a team of accountants, providing clear expectations, coaching, and accountability for performance and quality
• Oversee account reconciliations, journal entries, and balance sheet integrity, ensuring issues are identified and resolved proactively
• Drive a high bar for audit readiness, including review rigor, documentation standards, and timely remediation of control gaps
• Own and continuously improve accounting processes and internal controls with a focus on scalability and SOX/IPO readiness
• Manage and optimize outsourced accounting support (e.g., Accenture), including utilization oversight, workload allocation, and performance management
• Partner closely with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Payroll, AP, and other cross-functional teams to ensure smooth close execution and accurate reporting
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, automate manual processes, and improve system usage (Net Suite, Flo Qast, Ramp, Zip, Concur, etc.)
• Establish clear operating cadences, metrics, and reporting to provide leadership visibility into close health and accounting risks
• Support external audits and serve as a key point of contact for auditors on GL-related matters

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field (CPA a plus)
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a manager or senior manager role
• Strong technical accounting foundation and deep understanding of US GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements
• Demonstrated experience leading month-end close in a fast-paced, growing environment
• Proven ability to manage and develop teams, including offshore or shared services models
• Experience driving process improvements and strengthening controls in preparation for audit or IPO
• Excellent communication skills and comfort partnering cross-functionally and with senior leadership
• Experience with accounting systems including Net Suite (or similar) and close tools (e.g., Flo Qast)

• Experience working with shared services or offshore teams
• Exposure to multinational operations or intercompany accounting
• Experience in a high-growth or tech-forward environment
• Interest in or experience applying AI or automation tools to improve accounting workflows

San Francisco: the pay range for this role is $156,000 to $214,500 per year. This role will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Actual base pay will be determined based on permissible factors such as transferable skills, work experience, market demands, and primary work location. The base pay range provided is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Hybrid Faire employees currently go into the office 3 days per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and a third flex day of their choosing (Monday, Wednesday, or Friday). Additionally, hybrid in-office roles will have the flexibility to work remotely up to 4 weeks per year. Specific Workplace and Information Technology positions may require onsite attendance 5 days per week as will be indicated in the job posting.

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