Accounting Manager

AKIRA Accounting Manager

In 2002, AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago. Since then, the company has extended its reach to 35+ stores across the United States, as well as a thriving eCommerce business ) AKIRA is extremely well-poised for sustained growth as we continue to build a nationally recognized brand. AKIRA's culture has one very large, distinct difference from other high fashion competitors: Other-Worldly Customer Service and Fanatical, Obsessive Attention to the consumer's needs and desires. The core principle for all employees at AKIRA is to Act and Think Like an Owner , and this belief can be reflected across all areas of the company.

The Position: Accounting Manager

Location: Chicago, IL- Full-time Onsite

Position Summary:

The AKIRA Accounting Manager plays a key leadership role in overseeing daily accounting operations and ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance across all financial activities. This role will manage a growing team while developing and improving processes that align with company standards, U.S. GAAP, and regulatory requirements.

You'll be hands-on in preparing and analyzing financial reports, maintaining ledgers, managing audits, and driving continuous improvement within the accounting function - all while embodying the high-energy AKIRA spirit.

• Manage all accounting functions and develop, maintain, and improve accounting and financial procedures in compliance with internal policies, U.S. GAAP, and applicable regulations.
• Supervise and mentor a small accounting team, fostering growth and building a high-performing department aligned with company expansion.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly and annual closing processes, including the preparation of U.S. GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements.
• Keep audit-ready books with consistent daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations.
• Perform monthly close activities, including journal entries, accrual analysis, and