Who We Are
Spot & Tango is a pet health & wellness brand on a mission to make mealtime better for dogs, and life simpler for the people who love them. Our recipes are developed by leading animal nutritionists, and are made with only real, human-grade ingredients... and nothing artificial. Through UnKibble™ and our original fresh-frozen line, we’re rethinking what feeding your dog well can look like, one bowl at a time. Since our founding in 2018, we have served over 200 million meals to happy pets across the US and Canada.
We’re a team of builders, problem solvers and dog people, united by the belief that dogs deserve better. We’re looking for people who want to do the best work of their career, dig into challenges with smart people, and help shape a brand that’s redefining an entire category. This is a chance to join a high-growth e-commerce company and have an outsized impact in a fast-paced, ambitious environment. Plus, you get to think about dogs all day.
Who You Are
Spot & Tango is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our NY HQ team! In this role, you will play a key part in the day-to-day financial operations of the company, with a primary focus on inventory and cost accounting. You’ll also support broader accounting responsibilities, including month-end close, financial reporting, and ensuring accurate records and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Own inventory and cost accounting processes, including inventory rollforwards, valuation, COGS accuracy, reserves, weekly inventory reviews, reconciliations, and variance analysis;
- Collaborate with our Operations and Manufacturing teams to investigate discrepancies, determine root causes, and drive corrective actions.
- Review cost inputs impacting inventory and COGS, highlighting variances and trends and providing clear insights and recommendations to management.
- Review Staff Accountant’s three way match of invoice, PO and receipt in invoice processing workflows, providing feedback and training to drive accuracy and efficiency.
- Lead physical inventory counts and cycle count programs, coordinating with 3PL partners and our plant in Allentown to ensure accuracy and timely reconciliation.
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly reporting packages to support a timely month-end close.
- Partner with the team on preparing documentation for audit readiness and special projects to scale and improve accounting operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- CPA strongly preferred
- 3+ years of experience in accounting, with inventory exposure
- High proficiency in Excel
- Exceptional attention to detail organizational and time management skills
- Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills
- Dog lovers a plus!
Anticipated Base Salary: $100K
This is a hybrid position based in our Midtown Manhattan office.
In-office presence is required on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Spot & Tango is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- CPA certification
- 3+ years of accounting experience with inventory exposure
- High proficiency in Excel
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills
- Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
Here at Spot & Tango, we are on a mission to make your pet healthier and happier, simplifying your role as a pet parent along the way. Put simply: we exist to create more happy days with your dog. Since 2018, we’ve been cooking up fresh, whole ingredient meals personalized for dogs at prices humans can afford. We even created an entirely new category with UnKibble, the only Fresh Dry™ food for dogs. That’s how much we believe in the benefits of real food for our loyal companions. Our recipes are made with only whole vegetables, fruits, grains, and meats that we’d eat too. Plus, every vet-formulated meal plan is delivered directly to your door and completely customized to your dog’s weight, age, activity level, and health goals.
Why Work With Us
At Spot & Tango, we know that we're only as good as our people. We look for candidates who ask the right questions, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and learn at light speed. While we value experience, we also appreciate (and seek out!) fresh perspectives.
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Spot & Tango Offices
Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Our hybrid policy requires employees to work in-person at our New York office Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Employees are able to work from home on Tuesday and Friday.
