Manager, Financial Reporting

The Manager of Financial Reporting will manage the reporting and compliance functions of the North America accounting results. They will establish and implement accounting policies and standards. In addition, they will ensure the accurate reporting of month-end results to Group for consolidation purposes.

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely and accurate submission of reporting packages

• Successful collaboration with external audit for timely delivery of financials

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The Manager of Financial Reporting will:

• Manage the financial reporting process, including the population of Monthly Management Reporting

• Partner closely with FP&A and accounting leadership to ensure accurate reporting of North America results

• Consolidate commentary from other accounting teams for the completion of monthly detailed flux analysis for Executive Reporting

• Complete monthly statement of cash flows in accordance with proper accounting standards

• Partner with M&A on new acquisitions, including the valuation of acquired assets and assumed liabilities

• Meet regularly with Internal Audit on status of operational and SOX audits. Work with colleagues to establish remediation plans and conclude on deficiencies. Challenge to improve existing controls

• Cross collaborate with FP&A business partners for development of accurate forecast and analysis

• Implement automated solutions to streamline and standardize accounting reporting

• Assist with annual audit and liaison with external auditors

• Build relationship with Tax Department to ensure timely reporting and control execution

• Develop and coach staff members

• Manage assigned controls and ensure controls are in compliance with company policy with a focus on a risk-based approach

• Review balance sheet reconciliations and prepare detailed fluctuation analysis for executive management

• Ensure security and integrity of financial information

• Evaluate the process and procedures used by team; identify opportunities for process improvement and greater efficiency, and serve as an advocate for change

• Work collaboratively across departments with leaders, including Global and North American ELT members

• Perform all other duties as assigned

Required Experience

• 6+ years of experience in progressive financial / accounting roles within moderately to complex corporate structure; M&A reporting experience preferred.

• Experience working with a large team and oversight of team members

• Experience with multi-unit organization

Required Leadership Traits and Characteristics

• Proven ability to develop strong working relationships with leaders and act as a partner on all financial related decisions.

• Thrive in a fast paced and changing environment while maintaining focus on delivering repeatable, reliable solutions with flawless execution and superior customer service.

• Ability to work independently, setting own priorities and objectives with leadership support.

• Skilled at focusing on desired results, determining what is important and urgent, identifying next steps, and effectively meeting deadlines and achieving desired results.

• Ability to maintain highly confidential information.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Formal Education, Qualifications or Training

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field or equivalent relevant experience - Required

• Masters in finance, accounting or related field - Preferred

• CPA - Preferred