Senior Accounting Manager

HKG Duty Free - Miami, Florida.

The Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely month-end close, and compliance with applicable accounting standards. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong technical accounting knowledge, proven experience supervising accounting staff, and mandatory experience within Duty Free retail operations. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in maintaining financial integrity and supporting business decision-making.

· Supervise, mentor, and manage accounting staff, ensuring workload alignment, accuracy, and professional development

· Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and cash management

· Lead and own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements

· Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and management reports

· Perform and review complex balance sheet and account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies

· Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory requirements applicable to Duty Free retail operations

· Manage accounting processes specific to Duty Free stores, including inventory accounting, customs-related reporting, and cross-border transactions

· Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies; prepare audit schedules and documentation

· Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in collaboration with leadership

· Review, enhance, and document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

· Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions and ensure timely issue resolution

· Partner with cross-functional teams (operations, procurement, store management) to support financial accuracy and reporting

· Ensure accurate fixed asset accounting, depreciation, and capitalization policies

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

· 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role

· Mandatory experience working with Duty Free retail stores

· Proven experience performing and reviewing account reconciliations and leading month-end close

· Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements

· Experience with retail inventory accounting and multi-location operations

· Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or similar) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills

· Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

· Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently

· CPA certification (active or in progress)

· Experience with multi-entity or multi-location accounting environments

· Experience with international transactions, customs regulations, or cross-border operations

· Bilingual English/Spanish preferred