Accounting Manager

This role is onsite 4-5 days a week in New York City and reports to our Head of Finance

Aescape is a first-of-its-kind lifestyle robotics company bringing people and robotics together for better living. We are in a period of rapid growth, launching our category-transforming product in 2024 with global leaders in hospitality, wellness, sports and fitness. Our diverse team focuses every day on building products that will change and improve the lives of our members and partners we do business with. 

We are seeking a talented, motivated Accounting Manager who wants to be part of this once-in-a-career opportunity drive category transformation. This is a rare opportunity to be a part of a 0-to-1 company and spearhead many aspects of our accounting function. If you have Big 4 accounting experience have since moved to a private company or start-up in the manufacturing sector, we strongly encourage you to apply! 

What You’ll Do:

• Manage day-to-day finance and accounting operations of Aescape, working closely with the Head of Finance and outsourced accounting team

• Perform preliminary reviews of reconciliations and supporting schedules for timely accounting close

• Implement, operationalize, and monitor processes and procedures to meet month-end, quarter-end, and year-end timelines

• Assist in the first financial audit, including drafting financial statements

• Contribute to the selection and implementation of an ERP platform, transitioning from QuickBooks

• Develop a framework for internal controls suitable for a growing enterprise

• Generate entity-level statutory financial statements

• Design and implement efficient purchase order processes/systems to optimize procurement

• Interact and partner with logistics and supply chain for appropriate accounting treatment of inventory

• Manage accounts payable and disbursements, supervise accounts receivables, and review reconciliations

Who You Are:

• Possess 7+ years of relevant accounting experience, with a mix of private and public accounting preferred

• Hold an active CPA license in good standing

• Have experience in Manufacturing, inventory, and cost accounting

• Demonstrate a proven track record in managing and developing direct reports

• Experience with a Big 4 firm and/or SEC-registered company is preferred

• Highly organized, meticulous self-starter able to work independently and within a team

• Proficient in Excel for analyzing and manipulating large datasets

• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines

• Industry experience in SaaS-based technology companies, retail, or consumer products is a plus

• Demonstrated expertise in data analysis, problem-solving, and solutions development

• Strong understanding of internal controls and a dynamic candidate who demonstrates initiative and flexibility.

What’s In It For You 

• Join a trailblazing tech company anticipated to transform the massage industry

• The chance to make a difference with a product that empowers healthier and happier living

• Team culture driven by passion, ambition, empowerment, inclusion, curiosity, and fun!

• We’ll grow together – your personal and professional growth are equally important

• An environment that empowers individuals, emboldens teams, and rewards achievement

• Early stage equity in a company led by serial entrepreneurs with multiple exits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance covered by us (if scheduled 30+ hours/week) 

• 401k with 4% company match

• Unlimited vacation, generous parental leave 

• Working late? Dinner is on us.

• Competitive pay + equity plan, the salary range for the role is $140,000 - $160,000 plus bonus + equity

More on Aescape

Aescape (pronounced 'escape') is a first-of-its-kind lifestyle robotics company bringing people and robotics together for better living. Founded in 2017, Aescape has developed fully automated massage therapy to help hospitality, fitness and healthcare industries meet the rising demand for wellness services in the face of a growing global labor shortage. Aescape delivers exceptional massages: consistent, accessible, and on your terms.

We’re proud to share that we’ve raised $44M pre-launch, affirming what we know to be true: we’re truly revolutionizing the massage experience. 

Founder Eric Litman (4 prior exits) is joined by a leadership team from Peloton, Tonal, Amazon, Accenture, Apple, Bird, Meta, and Intuit