Director, Accounting and Controls

THE JOB / Director of Accounting and Controls

The Director of Accounting and Controls will be responsible for assisting in establishing and maintaining adequate internal controls over financial reporting and remediating ineffective controls. This position will work as the liaison between management and our internal audit firm, to ensure the adequacy and effectiveness of the company's internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. The Director will report directly to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and work closely with senior management, reporting internally to the Chief Financial Officer.

What You’ll Do - Job Responsibilities

The responsibilities and essential functions for this role will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage controls risk assessments and scoping to identify key areas of risk and prioritize audit activities.
• Work with our controls process owners and internal audit firm to remediate business processes and IT controls.
• Prepare and present audit reports to senior management and the Audit Committee, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure the implementation of effective controls and monitor progress.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices in internal auditing.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and provide training and guidance to our staff.
• Assist in the coordination with our external auditors and regulatory examinations.
• Ensure compliance with the company's policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform special accounting projects and investigations as requested by senior management or the Audit Committee.
  
  

What You’ll Bring - Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA) are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in internal auditing, external auditing, or related fields, with at least 1 year in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk management principles, and auditing standards (e.g., COSO, IIA).
• Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and regulatory requirements for publicly traded companies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with data analytics tools is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
  
  

What You’ll Be Part Of

Playboy, part of parent company PLBY Group, is the iconic global lifestyle brand that celebrates creative freedom, artistic expression, sexual empowerment and pleasure for all. The company’s core products today are its premium digital creator platform – an exclusive and safe paywall creator platform for the world’s most creative, daring, sexy, fun and thoughtfully rebellious creators, and its global merchandising business. Playboy’s sister company, Honey Birdette, is a rapidly growing luxury lingerie and sexual wellness brand with retail outlets across the US, Australia and the UK.

What We Offer

• Competitive Medical/Dental/Vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options.
• Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy.
• Pet Insurance for those who need it too!
• Dedicated Health and Wellness resources including Employee Assistance Program and Equinox membership subsidy.
• Pre-tax Transportation/Commuter Benefits options.
• Employee Resource Groups
• 401K program with Company match
• Paid Time Off
  
  

Please note this job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature, level, and expectation of the work to be performed. It is not designed to cover a complete list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties and responsibilities or activities associated with this position, as they may change at any time, with or without notice.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $150K-$180K per year, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Conditions

PLBY Group’s brands are focused on creative freedom, artistic expression, and sex positivity. As a result, you understand that the business concept is based partly on sex appeal, nudity, and/or sexual wellness products.

You may be exposed to individuals in sexy and/or sexually provocative clothing, either in person or in photographs or videos; lewd and/or obscene language; depictions of lewd, risqué, intimate, or explicit acts or behaviors; conversations and discussions about sex, sexuality, and the human anatomy; conversations and discussions where vulgar language may be used, and where sexual jokes and innuendo may be expressed in their presence.

Candidates acknowledge that they do not find the job duties or work environment as described above to be offensive, intimidating, hostile, or unwelcome. Candidates also understand that, if hired, nothing shall prevent you from notifying the company immediately if you are exposed to conduct of any type that you find offensive and/or that makes you feel uncomfortable while you are performing your job duties.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Please note this job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature, level, and expectation of the work to be performed. It is not designed to cover a complete list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties and responsibilities or activities associated with this position, as they may change at any time, with or without notice.

PLBY Group is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and we make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. The right talent for us innately embodies our values. Come as you are.