Accounting Manager (Temporary Assignment)

About The Vita Coco Company

The Vita Coco Company is on a mission to reimagine what’s possible when brands deliver healthy, nutritious, and great-tasting products that are better for consumers and better for the planet, anchored by the leading coconut water brand in the world -- Vita Coco. We started in 2004 when two guys in a bar realized that coconut water wasn’t getting enough credit in the U.S. Fast forward: we’re now a publicly traded company (NASDAQ: COCO). As a Public Benefit Corporation and Certified B Corporation, we’re serious about supporting farming communities, protecting natural resources, and building brands that do good. Our HQ is located on the island of Manhattan in New York City (we know...very tropical), with offices in London and Singapore.

Our Values:

• Human First: We lead with inclusivity, transparency, and empathy.
• Nothing is Impossible: We experiment, learn, and keep moving forward.
• United by Our Will to Win: We stay aligned, work collaboratively, and push toward shared goals.
• Part of Something Bigger: We’re committed to uplifting the communities we’re connected to locally and globally.

Manager of Accounting (Temp)

The Manager of Accounting (Temp) will provide support for accounting policy and the financial reporting process.

• Location: Hybrid NYC preferred, remote optional
• Pay Range: $135-$165 per hour
• Employment Type: Temporary, Mat-leave coverage, End Date 6/30/27
• Reporting to: Assistant Global Controller.

IN A NUTSHELL, YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Ensure compliance with all US GAAP and consolidation of financial statements.
• Assist accounting team with the monthly financial close process, including review of account reconciliations, journal entries and maintaining accurate supporting analysis and documentation across various complex accounting areas, which may include: inventory accounting, hard POS, prepaids, leases, consolidations, SG&A, PP&E, and foreign currency transactions.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly financial statements (Cash Flow & Shareholders’ Equity)
• Analyze period over period fluctuations and provide insightful commentary of key business drivers in accounting areas assigned; respond timely to inquiries through research and analysis from all global accounting teams
• Support numerous special projects and requests from the finance leadership as they arise
• Financial Reporting
• Assist in the coordination of external and internal audits and provide requests as needed.
• Proactively identify areas for improvement; provide recommendations to management and execute changes

Qualifications:

• Education Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Years of experience: 7+ years accounting experience
• Key Skills & Abilities:
  • SAP Experience (MUST)
  • TM1 & Workiva experience (PLUS)
  • CPG Experience (MUST)
  • Proactive self-starter who has an ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet tight deadlines
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and with a team
  • Problem-solving, analysis, and research skills to resolve outstanding issues

We are accepting both remote and hybrid structure.

A NOTE FROM US

We welcome you to apply—even if you don’t check every box. We’re big fans of curious, growth-minded people who want to learn, contribute, and make an impact. If you feel connected to our brands and our mission, we’d love to hear from you.

The hourly pay range for this role is $135–$165 per hour , and is dependent on experience, skills, and internal equity.

The Vita Coco Company is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.