In Common With · 19 hours ago
Director of Finance and Accounting
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expIn Common With is a design studio focused on collaboration and creativity, seeking a strategic Director of Finance and Accounting. This role involves overseeing financial operations across multiple entities, managing bookkeeping, delivering financial analysis, and supporting strategic planning.
FurnitureHome DecorLightingManufacturingWholesale
No H1B
Responsibilities
Oversee all accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate, timely vendor payments and customer collections
Serve as finance liaison with departmental leads and the Sales team to log and match payments to sales orders and track outstanding balances
Manage payment schedules, terms, and vendor communications using platforms such as RAMP and QuickBooks
Review, validate, and approve departmental expense reports and ensure alignment with internal policies
Lead all aspects of the month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, inventory, fixed assets, deferred revenue, and other balance sheet accounts
Maintain accurate general ledger and financial systems using accrual based accounting
Lead month-end and year-end close processes
Update inventory levels in the balance sheet and reconcile discrepancies
Track accruals, prepayments, and deferred revenue
Manage fixed assets and manage depreciation schedules where applicable
Maintain accuracy of financial data across key platforms, including Quickbooks Online, and Ramp
Collaborate with Operations to pull and organize historical data to support pricing and COGS analysis
Analyze spend trends and identify cost-saving opportunities
Partner with Co-Founders on development, implementation, and analysis of annual and departmental budgets
Produce monthly, quarterly, and financial reports and variance analysis
Generate quarterly royalty reports for external collaborators
Own payroll for full-time employees and independent contractors ensuring accurate, timely payments
Track monthly sales, and issue commission reports
Stay informed of evolving tax laws and ensure compliance in all applicable jurisdictions
Prepare and file sales tax payments in relevant states, using Sattar
Provide strategic leadership by setting vision, planning for long-term goals, and navigating complexity across functions
Drive department-level outcomes through scalable systems, cross-functional initiatives, and clear success metrics
Champion continuous improvement by measuring results, analyzing performance, and implementing initiatives that enhance efficiency and impact
Ensure the development and maintenance of clear, effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or equivalent process documentation that support consistency, quality, and scalability across teams
Qualification
Required
10 years of experience, including 5–7 years leading cross-functional programs and strategic initiatives
Deep expertise in the function; fluency in industry tools, systems, and best practices
Experience managing individuals or leading small teams
Proficiency with Google Workspace
Advanced proficiency with Quickbooks Online and expense management tools like Ramp
Advanced Excel skills
Familiarity with ERP (Odoo) or inventory management platforms
Ability to interpret and explain complex financial data clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship
Preferred
MBA in Finance preferred
Experience using Justworks or other PEO systems
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills
Motivated by collaboration, problem-solving, and creating order from complexity
Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Eager to contribute to a team culture that values kindness, accountability, and curiosity
A genuinely empathetic group. We have a non-negotiable no jerks policy. Being nice is free
Willingness to roll up your sleeves to get things done
Able to learn new skills quickly in a fast-paced environment
Dog-friendly (we share our studio with a few four-legged coworkers)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with 100% monthly premium coverage options)
Generous PTO
A 401(k) with employer match
Profit sharing
Company
In Common With
In Common With LLC designs unique lighting solutions, focusing on collaboration and material exploration.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Nicholas Ozemba
Co-Founder
Lucas Regazzi
Client Services and Wholesale Partnerships Manager
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