Manager Financial Reporting

Express • Columbus, OH

20h

About The Position

About PHOENIX P HOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. 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. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com . About Express Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, 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. Location Name Columbus Corporate Headquarters 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of experience in Financial Reporting and/or Corporate Accounting.
• 2+ years management experience
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP
• 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)

Nice To Haves

• Experience within public accounting a plus.
• Retail industry experience is a plus
• CPA certification a plus

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level