Accounting Manager

Position Summary: The Accounting Manager at LOUD Audio, LLC (“LOUD”) partners closely with the VP of Accounting throughout the monthly close process and is expected to have a thorough understanding of the full accounting cycle and how transactions impact the general ledger. This role also supports the VP of Accounting in preparing for financial statement audits, bank audits, payroll audits, tax audits (sales, use, and income), inventory appraisals, and other third-party reviews as needed.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:

• Play a key role in the monthly close, consolidation and reporting processes
• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, including bank accounts, payroll, fixed assets, accruals, prepaids, non-voucher accounts payable, intercompany activity, intangibles, and taxes.
• Assist in designing and documenting key control activities.
• Participate in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Prepare schedules and PBCs to address financial statement audits, bank audits, payroll audits, government (sales, use and income) audits, inventory appraisals, and any third-party reviews/audits that may arise
• Complete corporate filings for multiple states in coordination with the registered agent (e.g., annual reports, sales tax filings).
• Perform commission calculations aligned with sales programs to ensure accuracy of payments.
• Coordinate with external payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Maintain and update standard cost data, especially for new product launches and warehouse locations.
• Work closely with Accounting and Sales teams to drive improvement and efficiency throughout the Cash Conversion Cycle
• Support ad hoc projects and other accounting-related tasks as needed.

Competencies and Skills:

• Initiative
• Ownership
• Teamwork
• Reliability
• Communication

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• CPA Preferred.
• 4-6 years Operational Accounting experience.
• Public Accounting experience preferred.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment a plus.
• Experience with NetSuite or other ERP systems preferred.
• Highly proficient in Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Demonstrated success working both independently and on a team.
• Strong work ethic with a drive to exceed expectations.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position is responsible for managing the appropriate number of resources (based on needs of the business), including full management responsibilities such as providing daily work direction, training, setting goals, conducting performance reviews, implementing corrective action plans, and overseeing staffing decisions, including hiring and onboarding.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid Workplace: Located at our Bothell, WA headquarters, with onsite presence required at least three days per week.
• Typical Conditions: Fast-paced office environment with moderate noise. May require extended hours, early or late meetings, and occasional travel.
• Physical Demands: Extended sitting, occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), and standard office mobility. Requires vision, dexterity, strong communication, and mental stamina for problem-solving and task prioritization. Reasonable accommodations are available.

Relocation and Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. LOUD Audio does not offer visa sponsorship for this role, now or in the future. The Company complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment at all its locations.

Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time, salaried exempt position with starting salary of $120-130k based on experience. LOUD Audio offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) match, 15 days of paid time off accrued in the first year, 10 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays.

EEO Statement: LOUD Audio is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, disability, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected]. Applications must be submitted through our applicant tracking system.

LOUD believes every employee plays a vital role in the Company’s success. This job description outlines key duties, qualifications, and scope but is not limited to the tasks listed. Responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice. All employees are expected to contribute as needed.

Some LOUD employees may also support Freedman Sound Corp and RØDE Microphones, LLC (including subsidiaries) under a shared services model. This does not change the employment relationship with LOUD but reflects our collaborative structure.

This job description is not an employment contract. Employment with LOUD is at-will and may be ended by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.