Manager, Accounting

JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT. LOCATION: Varsity Brands Headquarters - 14460 Varsity Brands Way, Farmers Branch, TX WORK TYPE: Hybrid - 4 days in office / 1 day remote WORK AUTHORIZATION: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis. Varsity Brands does not offer employment visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position. TRAVEL: Travel requirements are minimal. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT: The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading key accounting activities and a team of accounting professionals to ensure a timely, accurate, and well-controlled monthly close. This role applies technical accounting expertise, supports financial reporting and external audit requirements, strengthens internal controls, and drives continuous improvement across the accounting function. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Lead the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of journal entries, reconciliations, calculations, and fluctuation analyses. Review complex accounting estimates and analyses, including inventory provisions, bad debt reserves, IBNR, and accrual estimates. Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and direction to accounting team members; prioritize work and maintain accountability for quality and deadlines. Research technical accounting matters; document conclusions and present recommendations to senior leaders. Oversee the preparation and review of schedules and support provided to Financial Reporting and external auditors. Maintain evidence of review and support the operating effectiveness of internal controls in accordance with SOX requirements. Prepare and/or review technical accounting areas, including ASC 842 leases, equity-based compensation, derivatives, and interest expense and accruals. Support the external audit process by providing complete, accurate, and timely responses to audit requests and follow-up questions. Partner with business and finance stakeholders to research costs, budget variances, and other accounting inquiries. Support acquisition accounting and integration activities as needed; ensure financial data complies with U.S. GAAP. Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and the integrity of the close process. Perform other duties, special projects, and responsibilities as assigned. Success Indicators Achieves a timely, accurate, and well-controlled monthly close. Delivers complete, accurate, and timely accounting schedules, analyses, and audit support. Maintains strong documentation and evidence of review for key accounting processes and controls. Resolves technical accounting questions with well-supported conclusions. Develops team capability and maintains clear accountability for performance and deadlines. Improves processes that increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across the accounting function. Maintains compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable internal control requirements. QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED Bachelor's degree in Accounting required. Six or more years of progressive accounting experience in a large growth-stage company, medium- to large-sized publicly traded company, and/or Big 4 accounting firm. Experience with technical accounting, monthly close, external audit support, and internal controls Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial close processes, internal controls, and SOX documentation requirements. Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and appropriately challenge team members while creating a culture of accountability. Sound judgment and analytical capability to resolve complex accounting issues and evaluate estimates. Ability to research, document, and communicate technical accounting conclusions clearly to varied audiences. Strong organization and project-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. Continuous-improvement mindset with the ability to identify process risks and practical solutions. Advanced proficiency with Excel and Microsoft applications, including Power Query, Power Pivot, and Power BI. Experience using large ERP systems and close-management tools, such as SAP, JD Edwards, Oracle, PeopleSoft, or BlackLine. PREFFERED Active CPA license or CPA eligibility/progress toward certification Supervisory Responsibility This position supervises accounting team members. Physical Demands and/or Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. Largely a sedentary role with some filing requiring the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending or standing on a stool as necessary. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. OUR VALUES Service - We lead with heart. We champion community. Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose. Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions. Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it. Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community. Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do. OUR BENEFITS We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include: Comprehensive Health Care Benefits HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities Wellbeing Program 401(k) plan with company matching Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays Varsity Brands Ownership Program Employee Resource Groups Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment! Eligibility for company-sponsored benefits is determined by scheduled work hours, and the terms of the applicable benefit plans. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements may vary by position and are subject to change in accordance with plan documents and applicable law. Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.