Jr. Staff Accountant

From boutique-brand culture to big-box retail, Liberated Brands thinks differently and has global scale servicing over 60+ countries. With over three decades of experience in brand-building, we are enhancing what a full-service license model can look like. We focus on the fundamentals of designing, producing, distributing, and marketing our brands and products, but always leave room for the x-factors to lead the way. Our expertise spans all sales channels, from direct-to-consumer to specialty wholesale and everything in between, both physical and digital. This Liberated approach creates a unique and powerful balance between brand-culture and sustainable growth. Join us and experience the benefits of being truly Liberated.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Liberated Brands is looking for a Staff Accountant to join our Liberated Brands team at our Costa Mesa Office! The Staff Accountant ensures the accuracy of accounting information by recording, analyzing, and verifying transactions. The Staff Accountant will report directly to the Accounting Manager and will work cross functionally with all members of the Accounting and Finance team. This position will also partner closely with other business partners.

Oversee the accounting of the company’s wholesale, retail, and outlet divisions:

• Participate in the Month, Quarter and Year-end close process

• Ensure proper adherence to the company’s internal controls procedures

• Assist in the completion of balance sheet reconciliations, including explaining & reclassifying variances
• Work with A/P, A/R and Treasury personnel to ensure process control and accurate recording of financial information on a weekly and monthly basis
• Assist in the preparation/review of General Ledger journal entries
• Assist in process improvements, including documenting processes and procedures and identifying and developing internal controls

• Perform under deadlines and demonstrate willingness to work long hours if needed to complete projects on time.
• Additional ad-hoc projects as needed

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• A Bachelor’s or equivalent degree from an accredited university in business, finance or related field of study
• 2+ years of accounting/finance related experience preferred
• Licensed Certified Public Accountant a plus, but not required
• Advanced Excel skills required (vlookups, pivot tables, formulas mainly)
• Advanced analytical and strong modeling skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with emphasis on meeting tight deadlines
• A work ethic based on a strong desire to exceed expectations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days at home)

LIBERATED PERKS:

• Collaborative culture with amazing family vibe
• Discounts on Liberated Merch
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (majority employer paid)
• 401k, including employer contribution
• Surf and Snow Team Building Days
• Summer Half Day Fridays
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Program

Liberated Brands is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The hourly range for this role in Costa Mesa, CA is $19-24/hour. This position is hybrid and, as such, compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skill set, certifications, and specific work location.

WeareanEqualOpportunityEmployerandallqualifiedapplicantswillreceiveconsiderationforemploymentwithoutregardtorace, color, religion, sex, nationalorigin, disabilitystatus, veteranstatus, sexualorientation, genderidentityoranyothercharacteristicprotectedbylaw.

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, please contact Customer Service to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process: 1 (855) 330-0188 or ADAaccommodations@liberatedbrands.com.