accounting manager - Lynnwood, WA, United States - Jobot

Description

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Rachel Shapira

Retail store with over 700+ stores globally, we are a leading specialty retailer of apparel, footwear, accessories and hardgoods for young men and women who want to express their individuality through the fashion, music, art and culture of action sports, streetwear and other unique lifestyles.

GROWTH Opportunity

And even though we're the home office, you'll find a strong sales culture – not an administrative culture – here.

We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our team that will be responsible for direction of North America General Ledger team.

As the Accounting Manager, you will develop the drafting of the financials, in our North America Retail operations, training and developing a staff of four, collaborating with business owners on financial results, responsible for cash sales audit, fixed assets, reserves, purchase card program, maintain SOX controls and project manage accounting process improvements.

This role will execute our financial processes consistent with the requirements of a publicly traded company while also optimizing operations and tackling new projects that help us grow.

You will develop partnerships across the Zumiez teams to create meaningful impact on our results. Responsible for the development of the North America General Ledger team

Responsible for the coordination and review of North America financial statements to ensure accurate and timely accounting and reporting of monthly reporting.

Train team on key financial processes and best practices
Oversee cash sales audit.
Prepare and review monthly key reconciliations and journal entries.
Partner with business teams in reviewing financials and identifying opportunities for improved financial results.
Assist the Internal Audit Department and external auditors.
Oversee fixed asset accounting in accordance with ASC 360 Property, Plant, and Equipment, guidance. Collaborate with collaborate with Real Estate, IT and business teams on timely recording of capital assets.
Manage Personal Property Tax process
Maintain Financial Reserves process

Assist the Finance department with financial review to interpret trends and variances from budget related to our international operations.

• 7 years accounting experience (Required)

BA/BS degree in Accounting or Equivalent (Required)
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, risk and controls standards and business process best practices.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, self-assess/monitor own work to ensure quality and apply feedback to improve performance.
Strong organizational, project management and multi-tasking skills.