About Us

Ampersand Brands is a growing portfolio of beloved confectionery brands, including Hammond’s Candies, the iconic hand-crafted candy maker, and Lolli & Pops, a premium retail and gifting brand with a national presence. The company is backed by strong growth ambitions, combining innovation, brand storytelling, and operational excellence to expand its reach and solidify its position as a leading player in the U.S. confections industry.

What You'll Do

Own the full-cycle monthly close for Lolli & Pops and partner directly with the VP Corporate Controller to deliver accurate, timely financial reporting. Take ownership of complex technical accounting areas across a multi-store retail business, with direct exposure to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

•      Own the full-cycle monthly close for Lolli & Pops, including general ledger, bank reconciliations, accounts payable to GL reconciliation, accruals, and prepaid schedules.

•      Own ASC 842 lease accounting across the store portfolio (ROU assets and lease liabilities), fixed assets, sales tax accruals, and intercompany transactions.

•      Reconcile credit card and merchant activity (e.g., Ramp) and prepare related accruals.

•      Prepare brand financial statements in accordance with GAAP for VP Corporate Controller review.

•      Identify and implement close process improvements within Business Central.

Requirements

•      Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA strongly preferred.

•      5+ years of progressive accounting experience with full-cycle close ownership; multi-entity or retail experience preferred.

•      Strong technical GAAP knowledge, including ASC 842 lease accounting and intercompany / consolidation experience.

•      High Excel proficiency; ERP experience required (Business Central a plus).

•      Strong analytical and communication skills; able to work independently to close deadlines.