Open Positions
- Senior Accountant and Payroll Specialist | New York, NY
- Product Data and Catalog Specialist | New York, NY
- Retail Performance Manager | New York, NY
- Part-Time Sales Associate | New York, NY
1. Senior Accountant and Payroll Specialist | New York, NY
Summary
Carhartt WIP North America is seeking a hands-on and experienced Senior Accountant and Payroll Specialist to oversee Accounts Payable (AP), Inventory, and Payroll functions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, and is excited to help build, formalize, and scale accounting processes as the business continues to grow. In addition to managing day-to-day operations, this individual will play a key role in strengthening internal controls, improving data integrity, and enhancing compliance across financial processes, while partnering closely with cross-functional teams.
Core Responsibilities
Finance 70%
- Manage invoice and payroll processing, vendor payments, and account reconciliations.
- Oversee vendor onboarding and master data, including verification of banking details and required documentation (e.g., W-9s).
- Implement in coordination with the Head of Finance and the other Senior Accountant, the AP policy and related internal controls.
- Collaborate with operations and other teams to drive adoption of best practices and compliant processes.
- Monitor AP aging reports and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Strengthen and formalize accounting processes, particularly across AP, vendor management, and transactional workflows.
- Support indirect tax compliance (e.g., sales tax) in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
- Partner with the Head of Finance to automate the AP process through the implementation of a purchase order workflow and AP automation tool.
- Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy of AP accruals.
- Ensure the following cycles are fully reconciled each month: Accounts Payable, Inventory, Prepaid Expenses, Equity, Loans, and Intercompany Payables.
- Prepare AP-related reports and analysis for management.
- Assist with group financial and sustainability reporting requirements.
Payroll 30%
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing for salaried and hourly employees across the U.S. and Canada, including new hire setup, expense reimbursements, tax jurisdiction configuration, state/provincial agency registrations, setup and management of wage garnishments, and 401(k) funding.
- Lead quarterly and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 and T4 preparation and reconciliation, in partnership with Human Resources.
- Support and ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable federal, state/provincial, and local payroll tax regulations.
- Establish and oversee payroll controls and perform regular reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of payroll data in collaboration with Human Resources.
- Manage system updates and changes within and related to payroll platforms.
- Maintain accurate documentation of payroll processes.
- Proactively identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies aligned with payroll best practices.
- Handle payroll-related reporting requests from both local and global teams and stakeholders.
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
- 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, including AP ownership; audit experience a plus.
- Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), POS platforms (Shopify a plus), payroll systems (ADP RUN a plus), and HRIS tools.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- High integrity, professionalism, and discretion. Absolute trustworthiness, discretion, and commitment are essential.
- Strong technical accounting foundation (U.S. GAAP required; IFRS a plus).
- Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset.
- Ability to operate effectively in a growing and evolving environment.
- Ability to quickly adapt to new environments and new cultures.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and guide non-finance teams.
- Comfortable introducing structure and improving processes with a pragmatic and collaborative approach.
- High attention to detail and strong sense of ownership.
Additional Information
- Location: Full time at our Soho NY office. Hybrid work schedule, mandated to be in office Tuesday through Thursday.
- Reporting Structure: Direct report to the Head of Finance North America
- Compensation: $80K - $100K/year
To Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter to usacareers@carhartt-wip.com with subject line "Senior Accountant and Payroll Specialist".
Carhartt WIP USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse and talented team. We consider, hire, train, promote, and compensate regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
2. Product Data and Catalog Specialist | New York, NY
Summary
Carhartt WIP is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Product Data & Catalog Specialist to own the integrity and end-to-end publishing lifecycle of our products. This role bridges the gap between core system data and omni-channel execution. The workflow is split across three pillars: B2C catalog management for Shopify e-commerce and retail stores across US, CA & MX locales; cross-functional back-office item master governance in NetSuite; and B2B wholesale catalog support in NuORDER. You will serve as the final gatekeeper of product data, ensuring apparel matrix items are flawlessly structured in NetSuite, managed for regional North American markets, enriched for SEO, and successfully published across all commercial channels. The role is based in New York with an in-office presence required Tuesday through Thursday, reporting to the Head of Ecommerce.
Core Responsibilities
B2C Catalog Management & SEO (50%)
- Own the end-to-end product lifecycle within the Shopify digital catalog, including ingestion, product publishing, new launches, updates, seasonal creation, and end-of-life/archiving processes.
- Own the synchronization of catalog data across storefronts, digital marketplaces, physical retail Point of Sale (POS), and select third-party integrations; liaise with partners to ensure accurate data mapping and inventory syncing.
- Manage large-scale, complex bulk data uploads, item creations, and catalog updates to Shopify utilizing Matrixify.
- Maintain and audit region-specific storefront catalogs across North America, ensuring precise data accuracy for the US, Canada (CA), and Mexico (MX).
- Assist with SEO/GEO-related data updates to optimize product titles, lifestyle descriptions, and metadata to boost organic search rankings across regional storefronts.
- Routinely audit live digital and physical retail product data across all three territories to troubleshoot and fix publishing errors, typos, broken variant links, or missing imagery.
Cross-Functional Back-Office Item Master Governance (25%)
- Oversee automated ingestion of item master data from parent HQ (Business Central) into NetSuite ERP, auditing accuracy and updating catalog data where discrepancies are identified.
- Manage multi-currency fields (USD, CAD), country-specific tax codes, and region-specific operational codes (NRF Color Codes, Harmonized System/HS codes) within NetSuite.
- Manage data mappings to ensure core financial and operational fields sync perfectly across NetSuite, regional WMS platforms, brick-and-mortar retail systems, and e-commerce storefronts
- Act as the internal gatekeeper for product data standards, enforcing strict naming conventions, product classifications, and architectural rules.
- Utilize advanced Excel techniques to audit, clean, and bulk-upload massive seasonal product lines into relevant systems.
B2B Wholesale Catalog Sync & Product Integrity (5%)
- Format and upload seasonal catalog data, and matrix variants into the NuORDER wholesale platform, ensuring accurate wholesale pricing structures.
- Confirm any EAN/SKU changes due to production changes reflected across all integrated data fields.
Process Improvement & Automation - Growth Track (20%)
- Learn the end-to-end product data workflow, including upstream parent HQ (Business Central), core NetSuite ERP architecture, regional WMS platforms, and downstream wholesale, retail, and regional e-commerce consumption points.
- Proactively identify recurring manual work, multi-region data quality gaps, and data transfer friction across systems to propose viable candidates for automation.
- Partner with the IT and AI Engineering teams to scope, test, and roll out AI-assisted workflows, specifically targeting efficiencies in style naming, color coding, retail labeling, and automated product attribution.
- Help build and maintain the technical documentation, business rules, and strict data validation standards that make automation initiatives possible and sustainable.
- Over time, take full ownership of one or more product data process improvement initiatives end to end, leading the track from problem definition through software rollout and team adoption.
Skills and Qualifications
- 2+ years in retail product data management, multi-region B2C catalog operations, or item master governance.
- Hands-on experience with Shopify required; proven track record owning publishing, tag hierarchies, and multi-region storefront launches preferred.
- Familiarity with Product Information Management tools like Salsify or Akeneo preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, text formulas, IF statements, and manipulating large, messy data sheets.
- Deep understanding of apparel product structures, specifically managing complex multi-variant matrix data (sizing, colorways, fabrications).
- Proficiency with ERP data management (item records, multi-currency matrix fields, regional inventory locations) and exposure to upstream data connections.
- Familiar with the key differences between B2B and B2C data management and timelines.
- Solid grasp of e-commerce SEO principles, keyword integration, and web content optimization.
- Hands-on exposure to leveraging AI tools like Claude, ChatGPT, or Copilot for everyday workflow tasks preferred.
- Understanding of data management best practices with an active interest in process automation, workflow design, or low-code tooling.
- Ability to navigate complex cross-functional dynamics with diplomacy, while maintaining the firmness required to push for clarity and deliver business needs.
- A self-starting and proactive attitude with a high degree of independence. Must possess a strong sense of ownership and accountability for data accuracy and process outcomes.
- Thrive as a team player who contributes ideas and enhances others’ concepts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; provide clear, timely updates on catalog status.
Additional Information
- Location: Full time at our Soho NY office. Hybrid work schedule, mandated to be in office Tuesday through Thursday.
- Reporting Structure: Head of Ecommerce, Digital, and Technology – North America
- Compensation: $75K – $95K/year
To Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter to usacareers@carhartt-wip.com with subject line "Product Data and Catalog Specialist".
Carhartt WIP USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse and talented team. We consider, hire, train, promote, and compensate regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
3. Retail Performance Manager | New York, NY
Summary
The Retail Performance Manager is responsible for the successful operation and performance of Carhartt WIP’s North American brick & mortar retail store locations. Responsible for sales strategy and visual merchandising with a particular focus on talent management, training and development, and customer experience. This role will require 30% travel to our retail store locations and will require you to work in-store 50% of your time. Weekend hours are required. This role will report to the General Manager - North America.
Core Responsibilities
- Drive and maximize sales performance to consistently achieve budget objectives through strategic initiatives, partnering with General Manager and Finance on forecasting and expense planning by store.
- Analyze KPIs, client data, sell-through, and key metrics by door to identify trends, opportunities, and inform business decisions.
- Conduct regular store visits to review performance, assess visual merchandising execution, and ensure compliance with brand service protocols.
- Work with Retail Operations Manager to ensure consistent adherence to operational standards including inventory accuracy, presentation, and loss prevention.
- Research market competition with a focus on establishing market presence and capturing competitive market share.
- Drive the implementation of company strategies by motivating and supporting store management teams in achieving targets and tier-growth strategies.
- Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous development through personalized coaching, leadership, and constructive feedback.
- Demonstrate effective managerial competencies of team building and collaboration.
- Oversee talent acquisition, succession planning, and team development to attract, retain, and build a high-performing talent pipeline through networking and competitive shopping.
- Ensure a consistent and branded onboarding experience for new hires, including product knowledge sessions and product introduction.
- Partner with Human Resources Manager on complex employee relations issues, performance check-ins, and salary planning.
- Identify opportunities and build tailored development plans for all retail employees.
- Work with Inventory and Demand Analyst to identify product needs and ensure regular backfill of sold-through items.
- Create and maintain retail customer experience standards and product detail manuals.
- Support new store openings, pop-ups, and special projects, acting as brand ambassador at events and fostering local client relationships.
- Provide periodic comprehensive reporting to management.
Skills and Qualifications
- 5–7 years in-store management including experience working on the sales floor of an apparel retail store.
- Operates with a high degree of ethics and integrity.
- Highly analytical with a strong business acumen; able to interpret data, performance metrics, and selling reports to make informed decisions and manage within budget.
- Proficient in retail math, CRM usage, Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUP functions and PivotTables), NetSuite, and Shopify POS.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
- Collaborative and decisive, with experience working across multiple teams to develop and execute strategies.
- Flexible, adaptable, reliable, and able to work well under pressure with strong organizational and project management skills.
- Able to quickly assess and anticipate needs to provide the highest quality of service.
- Deep knowledge of the apparel market including Carhartt WIP’s competitors, client behaviors, brand yearly cadences, and current trends across all demographics with ability to forecast future needs.
- In-depth knowledge of apparel collections including fits, fabrications, and wash techniques.
- Leadership skills with a positive outlook and ability to find creative solutions to work through roadblocks.
Additional Information
- Location: Full time at our Soho NY office. Hybrid work schedule, mandated to be in office Tuesday through Thursday.
- Traveling: This role will require traveling throughout North America to manage, support, and elevate regional store execution and talent management.
- Reporting Structure: Direct report to the General Manager for North America.
- Compensation: $100K - $120K/year
To Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter to usacareers@carhartt-wip.com with subject line "Retail Performance Manager".
Carhartt WIP USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse and talented team. We consider, hire, train, promote, and compensate regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
4. Part-Time Sales Associate | New York, NY
Summary
Carhartt WIP is seeking a Part-Time Sales Associate to work at their New York City retail store. The ideal candidate will provide a positive store experience for our customers and possess strong product knowledge in order to meet sales targets.
Core Responsibilities
- Engage and connect with customers to create a positive shopping experience.
- Execute in-person, on-floor sales strategies.
- Share product knowledge with customers to maximize sales.
- Engage with customers to build customer relationships and brand awareness.
- Maintain knowledge of seasonal collections and current available inventory.
- Assist with daily opening and closing tasks to maintain a clean, neat, and tidy store.
- Bend, lift, open, and move products and fixtures weighing up to 50 lbs. as needed.
- Merchandise, stock the sales floor, and process payments.
- Remain positive and professional, working together with the team to make a great environment for our customers and each other.
Skills and Qualifications
- Flexible availability to meet the needs of the business (including evenings and weekends).
- Interest in contemporary fashion, apparel, and pop culture.
- Knowledge of basic sales techniques.
- Outgoing, positive, affable demeanor.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- 1-2 years of retail experience preferred.
- Independent, proactive, and reliable work ethic.
- Possess strong knowledge of apparel fits and fabrications.
Additional Information
- Location: Soho Retail Store
- Reporting Structure: Direct report to the Soho Store Manager
- Compensation: $20/hour
To Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter to usacareers@carhartt-wip.com with subject line "Part-Time Sales Associate".
Carhartt WIP USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse and talented team. We consider, hire, train, promote, and compensate regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.