Senior Accounting Manager

ERP Implementation and Accounting Systems • Assist with leading the ERP implementation within the finance area, specifically the General Ledger, Cash Management, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, Projects, and Lease modules. • Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and controls to ensure the integrity of the new ERP system. • Identify ways to improve processes and create efficiency of the financial close process, including working towards standardized processes across all entities. • Research and implement new accounting pronouncements as needed. Monthly and Annual Financial Processes • Own the monthly general accounting close process for North America, ensuring the accuracy of items such as departmental and employee-related accruals, media accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, lease assets and liabilities, cloud assets, and debt. • Lead the annual North America external audit by overseeing the overall process and responding timely and accurately to audit requests. • Analyze and report on material variances on the North America balance sheet and income statement. • Support the preparation of quarterly and annual footnote disclosure for areas within your responsibility (i.e., debt, leases, etc.). • Respond to various government surveys and census reports. Collaboration and Support • Partner with the legal and tax departments to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting of professional fees. • Support Risk Management process by coordinating the collection and review of data required for annual insurance renewals. • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost savings. • Ability to lead complex special projects as needed. Lease Accounting • Responsible for oversight of global Lease accounting and disclosure in accordance with ASC 842.

Created: 2024-10-30