What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Accountant position at Lids?
About Our Company
General Position Summary
The Senior Accountant is a key member of the finance department that reports to the FP&A Manager and is responsible for the preparation of our financial statements and ensuring they are in compliance with GAAP and other statutory requirements. This is a challenging, highly visible role that requires problem solving and the ability to work cross functionally and with external parties.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform monthly close activities, such as prepare journal entries, roll-forwards, and reconciliations of GL accounts and maintain accurate supporting documentation
- Help prepare monthly & annual financial statements for executive level reporting package
- Prepare statutory reporting for international entities
- Assist and support annual financial statement audit as well as statutory audits to ensure compliance
- Analyze financial statements and perform variance analysis at consolidated level and individual business units
- Perform other accounting duties and special projects as assigned by finance manager/ senior director
- Support on the identification, project planning, and implementation of process improvements relating to month end tasks and reporting within accounting/ERP system
- Work with cross functional teams and various departments to ensure proper accounting treatment
- Develop and document accounting processes and policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Additional Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Job Required Knowledge & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- 2 years of experience in an accounting, finance, audit, or tax function; CPA is a plus but not required
- Advanced knowledge of Excel; prior experience with financial reporting systems a plus (Preferred: D365)
- Thorough understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is a plus
- Strong problem solving, analytical, and accounting skills
- Highly detail-oriented and organized
Preferred Job Required Knowledge & Skills
In order to be successful in this role, we need someone who is:
- Intellectually curious and interested in understanding the impact and the “why” relating to different entries and reporting functions
- Proficient in working in cross functional data sets and identifying trends / anomalies against expectations
- An excellent communicator and a great team player
- Ability to work with minimal guidance on some deliverables
- Excited about working in a fast-paced environment with the opportunity to drive change
Education
Reports To
FP&A Supervisor, FP&A Manager, or FP&A Senior Manager
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID: 19382
