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Accounting Manager - CPG

Mrbeastyoutube · Chicago, IL · Posted Jul 7, 2026

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About Us

Beast Industries is a multifaceted media and entertainment company founded by Jimmy Donaldson, popularly known as MrBeast, the most watched person in the world. Renowned for revolutionizing digital content creation, Beast Industries encompasses a diverse portfolio of ventures that extend far beyond its origins on YouTube. With a mission to entertain, inspire, and create significant social impact, Beast Industries operates across various domains including digital media, philanthropy, consumer products, and innovative business initiatives. At Beast Industries, we believe in the transformative power of digital media and its potential to entertain, educate, and effect positive change. Our commitment to innovation, creativity, and philanthropy drives us to explore new frontiers, create unforgettable experiences, and build a legacy that inspires future generations.

Play a pivotal role building and leading the accounting function primarily for Feastables and other Beast Industries CPG endeavors; owning GAAP-compliant reporting, inventory accounting, and scalable financial operations.

As Accounting Manager, CPG , you will play a critical role in bringing our accounting operations in-house and establishing scalable, best-in-class financial practices. This individual will manage the financial close process for this business unit, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of the division’s ledger. As the organization scales, this role will play a critical part in enhancing close operations, supporting audits, and contributing to financial system improvements.

The Role

Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Accounting Manager will own the financial close process for Feastables and other CPG areas, ensure regulatory and banking compliance, and maintain the integrity of financial reporting. You will serve as a key partner during external audits, collaborate with cross-functional leaders, support system implementations, and drive process improvements to accelerate the close cycle. This role is ideal for a hands-on operator with a strong technical foundation and a builder mentality.

What You’ll Do

Own and execute all core accounting operations, including Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition

Identify financial risks and opportunities in partnership with key internal stakeholders

Design, implement, and maintain scalable financial systems, controls, and processes to support accurate forecasting and budgeting

Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax requirements, and industry regulations, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting

Manage inventory accounting and balance sheet integrity, including annual and ongoing reconciliations within NetSuite

Own monthly close, compliance reporting, and variance analysis to support continuous performance improvement

Partner closely with Supply Chain to ensure accurate, timely, and actionable financial reporting

Oversee controllership responsibilities, including inventory management and internal controls execution

What You’ll Bring

7+ years of hands-on accounting experience in the Food Beverage CPG industry

CPA required

SOX experience preferred

Prior experience at a Big 4 accounting firm highly desirable

Deep knowledge of accounting operations, financial controls, and systems within Food Beverage CPG

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with exceptional attention to detail

Demonstrated leadership ability with experience mentoring and developing others

Excellent communication skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to collaborate across functions

Entrepreneurial, self-starter mindset with comfort operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Experience with NetSuite ERP or similar accounting systems

The target total compensation ranges from $149,500 – $172,500 including a fixed annual salary of $130,000 – $150,000, an employee equity plan grant, bonus, plus comprehensive benefits.

Equity grants are issued in good faith, subject to company policies, board approval, and individual eligibility.

Benefits

The Perks, Why Work On the MrBeast Team

We are redefining what entertainment and storytelling look like at global scale. Every piece of content we publish reaches millions and influences culture in real time. This is your opportunity to lead the team that decides how those moments come to life across every screen.

Competitive Salary

Generous Medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield), Dental, Vision and company-paid Life Insurance

Company contributions to employee Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

401k Plan with Safe Harbor company-matching

Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays

Company-provided technology package

Relocation assistance where applicable, including travel and company-provided housing for the first 90 days

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