Senior Manager, Accounting

Nuna Baby Essentials, Inc.
Location: Onsite in Solana Beach, San Diego, CA
Department: Finance & Accounting
Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt

At Nuna, we believe that great design, thoughtful innovation, and uncompromising safety can make parenting easier and more enjoyable. As a globally recognized premium baby gear brand, we are committed to creating high-quality products while fostering a culture built on integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

We are looking for talented professionals who are passionate about making an impact and helping drive the next chapter of growth for our organization.

Position Summary

Nuna is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager, Accounting to help lead and scale our accounting organization. Reporting to the Controller, this role serves as a key finance leader responsible for strengthening accounting operations, driving technical accounting excellence, enhancing internal controls, and supporting business growth through scalable processes and systems.

The Senior Manager, Accounting will oversee critical accounting functions, ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, support ERP transformation initiatives, and partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders to provide accurate financial reporting and operational insights.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys solving complex accounting challenges, developing high-performing teams, and building processes that support a growing global business.

What You'll Do

Leadership & Strategic Accounting

• Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Drive audit readiness initiatives and coordinate internal and external audit activities.
• Lead the design, implementation, and enhancement of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
• Partner with leadership to develop scalable accounting processes and organizational capabilities.
• Contribute to accounting governance, policy development, and process standardization initiatives.

Technical Accounting & Compliance

• Research, document, and implement complex accounting standards and technical accounting matters.
• Oversee compliance with ASC 606 Revenue Recognition and ASC 842 Lease Accounting requirements.
• Prepare technical accounting memorandums and support external reporting requirements.
• Monitor emerging accounting standards and assess impacts to the organization.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and support IFRS-related considerations where applicable.

Functional Accounting Oversight

• Oversee accounting activities related to revenue, inventory, fixed assets, leases, and Canadian operations.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close deliverables.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Partner with operational leaders to investigate variances and improve financial transparency.
• Support continuous improvement across accounting processes and reporting.

SAP & Business Transformation

• Partner with finance, IT, and business leaders on SAP and ERP transformation initiatives.
• Assess accounting impacts of process and system changes.
• Support system testing, implementation activities, and user adoption efforts.
• Lead process optimization and automation initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, and control effectiveness.
• Drive standardization across accounting procedures and workflows.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate closely with FP&A, Sales, Supply Chain, Warehouse Operations, Procurement, and external consultants.
• Support strategic company initiatives through financial expertise and accounting leadership.
• Provide guidance on accounting implications of business decisions and growth opportunities.
• Help strengthen communication and alignment across departments.

What We're Looking For

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience with increasing leadership responsibilities.
• Experience managing and developing accounting professionals.
• Strong expertise in U.S. GAAP and technical accounting research and implementation.
• Experience with ASC 606 Revenue Recognition and ASC 842 Lease Accounting.
• Experience supporting ICFR, audit readiness, and financial compliance initiatives.
• Experience overseeing inventory, fixed assets, revenue accounting, and multi-entity accounting environments.
• Combination of public accounting and industry experience preferred.
• Experience supporting ERP implementations or business transformation projects preferred.
• SAP or SAP S/4HANA experience is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Proven leadership and team development capabilities.
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to balance technical accounting requirements with business objectives.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Strong project management, process improvement, and change management skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• High degree of integrity, accountability, and business acumen.

Technical Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with SAP or comparable ERP systems preferred.
• Familiarity with automation, reporting, and process improvement technologies.
• Experience using AI tools to enhance analysis, efficiency, or process automation is a plus.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and technologies.

Why Join Nuna?

• Join a globally recognized premium baby gear brand committed to innovation and excellence.
• Play a key leadership role in shaping the future of the Finance & Accounting organization.
• Partner with senior leaders across the business and influence critical strategic decisions.
• Lead impactful projects involving process improvement, automation, and business transformation.
• Be part of a collaborative culture that values growth, accountability, and continuous learning.

Additional Information

• Full-time position based in San Diego, California.
• Domestic travel may be required based on business needs.
• Nuna is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

If you're a strategic accounting leader who enjoys driving operational excellence, building scalable processes, and mentoring high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of Nuna.