Who we are
About The Black Tux
We’re here to help people look their best and feel confident—for big days and everyday. We design and manufacture modern formal wear with an incredible fit by sourcing natural fabrics like merino wool, breathable linen and cotton, plush velvet, and luxurious silk from the finest textile mills. With expert stylists in our physical showrooms across the US, our online predictive fit process, and an industry-leading customer service team, we guarantee a perfect fit every time.
About the Team
In this role, you'd be joining the Finance team. This team is integral to supporting a fast-moving ecommerce environment. We're detail-oriented and process-driven, but also comfortable adapting as the business grows and changes. We work closely with teams across the company to make sure the numbers tell an accurate, timely story, and we take pride in being a reliable partner the rest of the business can count on.
What You’ll Do
To further this important mission, we are looking for a Staff Accountant. As a Staff Accountant on the Finance team you will support the day to day accounting function, prepare account reconciliations and journal entries for month end close, track all movements in inventory accounts, assist with actual vs. plan variance analysis, and assist with compliance reporting. This position will report to the Controller and will also work closely with the Senior Accountant. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, solving interesting problems and yet still maintain a great work/life balance.
Prepare month end close account reconciliations and journal entries relating but not limited to cash reconciliations, inventory, settlement receivables, asset and liability deposit accounts, revenue, and operating expenses
Assist with monthly operations actual vs. plan variance analysis and related accrual journal entries
Monitor and track the inventory general ledger accounts, including preparing monthly inventory reconciliations, preparing month end inventory accruals, and working closely with supply chain and warehouse operation teams to improve inventory process flow and controls
Perform ad-hoc reconciliations and analysis related to customer sales, sales tax, expense variance analysis, etc.
Prepare compliance forms related to property tax, sales tax, business licenses, franchise taxes, etc.
Assist in developing, implementing, and documentation of new process workflows related to inventory, accounts payable, and internal controls
Assist with gathering and/or preparing requests from third parties relating to financial statement audits, sales tax audits, etc.
Who You Are
2+ years of general accounting and/or public accounting experience
Certified Public Accountant with in-depth knowledge of US GAAP preferred
Experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central or other accounting ERP systems
Self-starter with the ability to prioritize various responsibilities
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
Experience working with inventory, preferred but not required
Worked in a startup environment, preferred but not required
Perks & Benefits At The Black Tux
- Competitive medical, dental, vision, and disability plans
- Option to participate in a 401(k) plan through Betterment
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Monthly cell phone reimbursement
- Monthly wellness stipend
- Work from home set up stipend
- 6 weeks paid parental leave; an additional 6-8 weeks disability leave for eligible birthing parents
- One Medical and Wellhub (Gympass) membership
- Employee engagement, cultural events, and trainings
- Discounts on garment rental and purchases for you, your partner, and friends & family
- Annual compensation review process
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
We believe our people are our most important asset. The Black Tux is committed to bringing people together from various backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. We are an equal-opportunity employer to all.
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Skills Required
- 2+ years of general accounting and/or public accounting experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
- Experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central or another accounting ERP system
- Certified Public Accountant certification
- In-depth knowledge of US GAAP
- Experience working with inventory
- Experience working in a startup environment
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work independently
The Black Tux Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Black Tux and has not been reviewed or approved by The Black Tux.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability, with full premium coverage for employees on certain HMO plans. Additional offerings like FSA availability and occasional mentions of One Medical/Gympass-style access strengthen the perceived medical value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is framed as generous, including PTO, paid sick days, and an unlimited vacation policy for some roles. A paid company-wide closure from December 24 to January 1 further increases perceived time-off breadth for many office positions.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Lifestyle perks appear meaningful, including commuter benefits, fitness stipends, catered lunches or free meals on certain days, and stipends for remote home-office setups. Cultural perks such as happy hours, snacks/drinks, and pet-friendly office elements contribute to day-to-day quality of life.
The Black Tux Insights
What We Do
Founded in 2013 by a groom and a groomsman who had a frustrating rental experience, The Black Tux is reinventing formal wear. We help people stand out for the right reasons by designing modern suits and tuxedos that look great, fit better and can be ordered online without a trip to the tux shop.
Why Work With Us
We make it our job to create an environment where you can grow into the best version of yourself. By promoting a culture of feedback, self-expression and ownership, we stand for something bigger than formal wear.
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