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Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting

Express & Bonobos

Columbus, OH

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounts Receivable, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Data Quality, Depreciation, Detail Oriented, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Financial Transactions, Fixed Assets, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Global Branding, Journal Entries, Leasing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Mobile Applications, Organizational Skills, Philosophy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public Accounting, Reconciliation, Rentals, Retail, Risk Analysis, Technical Accounting, Technical Research, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Variance Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Columbus, OH
POSTED
30+ days ago
Overview

About PHOENIX
PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide.

About Express
Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you. The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app.

About Bonobos
Our Bonobos menswear brand is known for being a style instigator and offering perfect-fit risks through our innovative retail model and personalized experience. Launched online in 2007 with its signature line of chinos, Bonobos now offers a variety of styles available to order online and to try on at any one of our 50 Guideshop locations and at www.bonobos.com. Our Guideshops are in-real-life stores that deliver one-on-one service and expert fit advice. Don't think traditional retail, Bonobos is something you haven't seen before.

Location Name

Columbus Corporate Headquarters

Responsibilities

POSITION OVERVIEW

This role is responsible for leading the Financial Reporting function with 5 direct reports. Accountable for effective and efficient execution of critical processes relating to accuracy and completeness of information, compliance with US GAAP and maintaining a strong control environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Independently and proactively manage all finance and accounting aspects related to leases, fixed assets, debt, returns reserve, receivables, corporate accruals, and other general accounting areas.
  • Manage the monthly financial close process, including overseeing preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statements, and related reporting packages.
  • Ownership of the budget and bi-weekly forecast preparation for rent, depreciation, and certain reserves, which includes analysis and explanations of variances and timely identification of risks and opportunities relating to these areas.
  • Direct ownership of accounting for complex areas including leases and fixed assets. Evaluate specific business transactions for proper accounting treatment and perform research and technical accounting assessments as needed.
  • Training and development for self and direct reports including providing clear/consistent direction on priorities, improving direct report abilities, maintaining moral, and providing growth/development opportunities.
  • Maintaining current accounting policies for the Company including researching current and upcoming accounting guidance.


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • 5+ years of experience in Financial Reporting and/or Corporate Accounting. Experience within public accounting a plus.
  • 2+ years management experience


CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
  • Deep knowledge of US GAAP
  • Retail industry experience is a plus
  • Proven understanding of concepts underlying the theory and practice of recording, classifying, examining, and analyzing financial transactions.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills; flexible in dealing with change and shift in priorities to consistently meet deadlines
  • Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and direct/supervise others
  • Ability to work cooperatively with other associates and outside vendors and maintain the highest level of company integrity
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (moderately complex knowledge of Excel)
  • CPA certification a plus


Closing

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States. PHOENIX does not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this position.

An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

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