Senior Management Accountant Gross Margin

About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Senior Management Accountant - Gross Margin
Leeds / Hybrid - 3 days per week in office (LS15 8ZB)
About the role
As a Senior Management Accountant within the Gross Margin team, you will take full ownership of the gross margin accounting, internal reporting, and financial insight that drive strategic decision‑making across the business.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will lead month‑end delivery, oversee P&L and Balance Sheet integrity, strengthen business partnering across key commercial and operational teams, and proactively identify risks and opportunities. Acting as a senior member of the team, you will coach and mentor junior accountants, set standards of excellence, and continuously improve our financial processes. Your ability to influence, challenge, and communicate with clarity will ensure high-quality financial outputs and support SharkNinja's ambitious growth.
Management Reporting & Month-End

• Lead the production of accurate, timely monthly management accounts, ensuring clear and insightful variance explanations.

• Present monthly financial results to Finance and non-Finance stakeholders, translating complex data into clear, actionable insight.

P&L and Balance Sheet Ownership

• Own the Gross Margin P&L, providing indepth margin and variance analysis to highlight risks, opportunities, and key trends.

• Take full responsibility for Balance Sheet postings and reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and robust risk assessment.

Business Partnering

• Build strong relationships with Sales, FP&A, Commercial and Supply Chain teams, acting as a trusted partner.

• Use your analytical problemsolving skills to support decisionmaking, challenge assumptions, and provide data driven recommendations.

• Deliver clear, concise financial insight tailored for non-Finance audiences.

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor and support junior accountants. Promote a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify inefficiencies in accounting and reporting processes, leading improvements and automation initiatives.

• Support enhancements within ERP systems and reporting tools to streamline monthend and improve visibility.

Skills & Experience

• Experience: Previous experience in a finance/ accounting role, ideally with exposure to B2B or e-commerce channels.

• Technical Skills: Knowledge of gross margin accounting, strong Excel skills, ERP experience (Oracle or similar) is preferred. Knowledge of IFRS15 and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) is preferred.

• Qualification: Fully qualified accountant or finalist in ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent).

• Communication: Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

• Agility & Drive: Thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a proactive, results-oriented approach.

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At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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