Manager, Accounting

T-Mobile•Overland Park, KS

13d•$98,100 - $177,100•Onsite

About The Position

Manages the development, implementation and/or maintenance of one or more accounting systems. Responsible for journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis in accordance with GAAP, IFRS and DT policies and procedures. Designs operational procedures and processes that meet audit standards and improve efficiency. Deep understanding of the transactional flow through the various operational systems to monitor and ensure accurate financial results. Solid understanding of ERP system including sub-modules. Ensures integration of new products and services within the accounting records. Ensures the accurate compilation, analysis and reporting of accounting data. Participates in quarterly reviews, annual audits and SOX control monitoring/testing. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED (Required)
7-10 Years: Working Experience (Required)
Less than 2 years: Leadership Experience (Required)
Accounting (Required)
Leadership (Required)
Coaching (Required)
At least 18 years of age
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree: Accounting or Finance (Preferred)
Inventory (Preferred)
Fixed Asset Accounting (Preferred)
Sales (Preferred)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Manages the Accounting close process including: Ensure Accounting records, monthly Accounting close activities and variance analyses are adequately and properly prepared, maintained and explained in a timely manner.
Accountable for identifying, communicating and resolving risks and issues impacting financial area of responsibility.
Timely communication and escalation of roadblocks, risks and issues.
Establish structure and standards in order to ensure appropriate internal controls are in place and operating effectively.
Team Leadership including: Responsible to drive Department goals and vision forward within team.
Set clear expectations for team, including specific and measurable team goals and objectives.
Effective delegation to staff (with clear expectations and accountability).
Manage departmental projects and process changes in order to improve efficiencies in work processes and to reduce work in low value activities
Employee Development including: Coach and develop business, system, process and Accounting acumen.
Have awareness of each person's career goals; hold development discussions; and provide challenging assignments to promote development.
Translate broader business initiatives into clear team objectives and concrete individual goals, aligning appropriately with other groups for efficient, coordinated action
Cross-functional project participation and implementation including: Participation in enterprise projects to ensure appropriate requirements are developed based on a solid understanding of the impacted systems and the transaction flow.
Responsible for operationalizing the functionality delivered, including assessing control environment and potential audit requirements.
Responsible to ensure any necessary regression testing is completed and results validated prior to launch.
Communicating changes to staff, and impacted internal customers