Full-Time
Accountant
Posted on 12/3/2025
a.k.a. Brands
1,001-5,000 employees
Growth accelerator for DTC fashion brands
No salary listed
Brisbane QLD, Australia
Hybrid
Hybrid role requiring on-site presence in Pinkenba, QLD.
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- At least 2 years' experience in a similar role
- Bachelor Degree Qualifications in Finance or a related field
- Complete (or in progress) CA or CPA Qualifications
- Flexible with your workflow to meet the needs of the team and related parties.
- Ensuring the data integrity of the general ledger and that financial information is accurately reported and compliant with current accounting standards and financial reporting requirements.
- Preparation of weekly and monthly sales and P&L reporting.
- Assisting with the monthly Group financial performance reporting; Assisting with designated month-end balance sheet reconciliations by the due date and ensuring that reconciling items are promptly resolved and cleared by other required staff. This includes but is not limited to bank reconciliations, maintaining the fixed asset register, accounts receivable reconciliations, accounts payable reconciliations, foreign exchange reconciliations, maintaining inter-entity loans, sales reconciliations, accrued expenses reconciliations.
- Overseeing and assisting with the performance of timely and accurate processes, including proper revenue and expense recognition, overhead allocations and accruals for the designated portfolio of companies monthly.
- Assisting with preparation of data for annual financial statements and income tax returns to ensure the timely and accurate submission of all statutory reporting requirements.
- Assisting with the information preparation of BAS and IAS returns in a timely and accurate manner.
- Assist and maintain processes and controls that are leading indicators of business performance.
- Being able to help in establishing best practices and identification of future continuous improvement opportunities.
- Assisting Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable as required.
- Assisting with ad hoc projects and the general needs of the finance function as required from time to time.
- Effectively managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
a.k.a. Brands accelerates growth for direct-to-consumer fashion brands by owning equity in the brands it supports and providing a shared platform of resources. It helps brands scale through services across HR, distribution, marketing, and influencer relationships, letting founders focus on product and customer experience. The platform combines capital and operational support with hands-on ownership, differentiating itself from rivals that only provide services or funding. Its goal is to help portfolio brands grow quickly and win in a competitive market through aligned incentives and collaborative execution.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
West Hollywood, California
Founded
2018
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q4 2025 sales rose 3.1% to $164M; 2026 forecasts $625-635M sales.
- Princess Polly expands with eight new US stores in Houston, Orlando, Nashville.
- Refinanced credit facility strengthens balance sheet for portfolio growth.
What critics are saying
- SHEIN captures Gen Z share from Princess Polly via faster, cheaper trends.
- Adjusted EBITDA fell to 1.5% from 3.9% due to supply chain shortages.
- Gen Z resale shift on Depop erodes fast-fashion demand in 18-24 months.
What makes a.k.a. Brands unique
- a.k.a. Brands acquires and scales DTC fashion brands like Princess Polly for Gen Z.
- Centralized platform provides shared e-commerce, supply chain, and marketing infrastructure.
- Founded in 2018 by Summit Partners as roll-up for digitally-native fashion labels.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 5%1 year growth
↑ 0%2 year growth
↓ -1%a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. reported fourth quarter net sales rose 3.1% year-over-year to $164 million, with US net sales growing 5.3%. However, adjusted EBITDA declined to $2.5 million, or 1.5% of net sales, compared to $6.2 million, or 3.9% of net sales, in the prior year period. The fashion retailer issued 2026 guidance, projecting net sales between $625 million and $635 million and adjusted EBITDA of $27 million to $29 million. The company announced eight new Princess Polly store leases across the US, including locations in Houston, Orlando, Nashville and Charlotte. CEO Ciaran Long said the company remained focused on driving direct-to-consumer growth through exclusive products and disciplined marketing.
a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp, a portfolio of fashion brands including Princess Polly, reported fourth-quarter net sales of $164.0 million, up 3.1% year-over-year, with US sales increasing 5.3%. Full-year 2025 net sales rose 4.4% to $600.2 million. The company posted a fourth-quarter net loss of $14.5 million, compared to a $9.4 million loss in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA fell to $2.5 million from $6.2 million, partly due to supply chain transition issues causing stock shortages. For the full year, adjusted EBITDA decreased to $19.7 million from $23.3 million. a.k.a. Brands reduced inventory by 10% and opened eight Princess Polly stores during 2025. For fiscal 2026, the company expects net sales between $625 million and $635 million, with adjusted EBITDA of $27 million to $29 million.
a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a portfolio of next generation fashion brands, today announced the successful refinancing of its credit facility, ex...
a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a portfolio of next generation fashion brands, today announced that Ciaran Long has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
a.k.a. Brands offers digitally-native fashion apparel and accessories through its global platform.