Why would I want this job?

About the Company

Our client is a unified platform that integrates M&A, brand strategy, creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolio. As the world’s largest sports and entertainment licensing company, they connect strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the marketplace. Its brands generate more than $32 billion in global annual retail sales and have an expansive retail footprint in more than 150 countries, including 13,000-plus freestanding stores and shop-in-shops and 400,000 points of sale. The company transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling, compelling content, innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media

What would I be doing?

The Senior Manager, General Accounting will oversee daily accounting activities and lead the preparation of the financial reporting requirements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, perform key accounting analysis, and lead the monthly book closing process.

What you’ll be working on:
• Responsible for the monthly financial close process, including reviewing journal entries and preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Prepare/Review account analyses and resolve outstanding items.
• Oversee accounting for non-controlling interest shareholders while meeting reporting requirements and deadlines.
• Oversee accounting for equity method investments and corresponding journal entries.
• Analyze and review financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with Internal Controls and US GAAP.
• Assist in the preparation and review of year-end audited financial statements and relevant disclosures.
• Support M&A projects, including the accounting for discontinued operations and net assets held for sale.
• Identify opportunities for automation, process efficiencies and improved financial reporting.
• Partner with finance and business leaders to monitor, and report monthly results and variances vs. forecasts/budgets.
• Prepare ad hoc reports, financial analyses, and participate in special projects.

What would make me qualified?

Must Haves

• Graduate of an accounting degree, CPA preferred but not required.
• At least 8+ years of experience; combined private and public accounting experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Experience with NetSuite preferred but not required.
• Ability to prepare and review financial analysis and accounting schedules, as needed.
• Ability to analyze complex transactions and research appropriate accounting.
• Experience in evaluating and implementing accounting policies and practices.
• Must possess the following traits:
 Confident and must possess strong communication skills – ability to coordinate with personnel across the organization.
 Ability to manage multiple tasks.
 Ability to supervise personnel and work well with other finance team members.
 Ability to organize and standardize accounting processes and procedures.
 Detail and deadline oriented.
 Excellent analytic skills, and ability to identify variances or unusual trends that will require further investigation.
 Ability to prepare reports in an accurate and concise manner.
 Organized and possess good time management skills.