Senior Manager, General Ledger Accounting

Dufry Careers•BETHESDA, MD

1d•$99,900 - $121,100•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager of Retail Accounting leads the monthly close process for the retail business, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance, and serves as the key liaison with external auditors. This role partners closely with the Director of Retail Accounting in maintaining the oversight and integrity of retail accounting systems.

Requirements

Requires 6 years of experience engaged in delivering accounting programs
A bachelor’s degree in a program related to the functional area can count for 3 of the 6-year requirement
3-5 years of hospitality, F&B and/or retail experience
Training that leads to understanding of GAAP
Knowledge of state and federal tax regulations and statutes
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP; General Ledger experience a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
Excellent organizational and time-management skills; proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
Exceptional customer service skills; strong communication and interpersonal skills
Business acumen and also has the mindset required to understand the long-term implications of accounting to advance the organization’s goals
Demonstrated history of understanding the needs of the business, stakeholders, the employee population, and individual circumstances
Demonstrated history of creating and maintaining positive work environments

Nice To Haves

CPA or progressive work towards CPA preferred

Responsibilities

Leads monthly retail accounting close process including revenue recognition, costs of goods sold, inventory accounting, and P&L analysis across retail locations
Prepares primary financials used by Management and Operations during period close; prepares monthly financial statement reports distributed to JV Partners.
Serves as primary liaison with Deloitte for retail accounting audit activities and prepares audit support documentation
Supports Director with General Ledger maintenance
Troubleshoots issues arising from system interfaces to the General Ledger and provides ongoing recommendations for continued system process improvements and reporting enhancements
Performs and reviews balance sheet reconciliations for retail-related accounts, investigating variances and issues as necessary
Prepares monthly reconciliation of Local, CFIN and Group Reporting financial statements for key internal control compliance
Oversees documentation over key accounting processes
Runs periodic financial reports daily during month end close; has ownership of certain balance sheet accounts
Prepares various schedules for financial reporting and auditing; serves as an interface with external audit teams during internal control and financial statement audits
Participates in special projects related to the general ledger and other related systems and reporting mechanisms. Assist with testing of new systems and upgrades
Collaborates with Shared Services team in Netherland and India on accounts payable, vendor management, and transactional accounting support
Partners with global Group Reporting team to respond to any open queries