Senior Manager of Accounting and Reporting

Company: Festival Fun Parks, LLC
Location: Cary
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

The core responsibility of the Senior Manager, Accounting and Reporting is to prepare and oversee the timely and accurate completion of the financial reporting and technical accounting requirements of the Company. This position will have direct reports and will report to the VP, Assistant Corporate Controller, with frequent interaction with other senior leaders both within and outside of the Finance and Accounting organization. This position is expected to provide future opportunities for the individual to transition into various other financial accounting positions within the Company, if desired. *Based in our Cary, NC headquarters and will offer relocation if necessary* -Core responsibilities include: Manage and develop direct reports Oversee the preparation and review of Form 10-Q, Form 10-K, Form 8-K, Form 11-K, Investor Presentations, Proxy Statements and Registration Statements Complete the reporting tie-out binders for all SEC and other filings Complete the quarterly GAAP checklists Maintain compliance with internal controls over financial reporting Assist in the quarterly review of SOX controls for corporate departments Review quarterly earnings per share calculations Perform quality assurance review of XBRL tagging each quarter Manage the preparation and review of impairment analyses Ensure timely completion of benefit plan audits and filings of Form 5500s Develop and assist in the documentation of standard accounting policies and procedures that drive standardization, simplification, data integrity and effective internal controls Perform research and documentation of technical accounting issues under US GAAP, as needed, including, but not limited to, revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, acquisitions and divestitures, impairments, discontinued operations, hedges (forwards and swaps) and pensions Assist with secondary offerings or debt refinancing transactions Review stock-based compensation expense and forecast Drive the implementation and monitor the ongoing compliance with new accounting pronouncements and disclosure requirements Assist with special projects, as required Collaborate with other functional areas on accounting and reporting matters Interface with internal, external auditors, and other third parties such as actuariesQualifications 6+ years of public accounting (Big 4 or top tier; clients must have included SEC registrants), 7 to 9 years of industry, or a mix of both, including supervisory experience Strongly preferred experience to include: Significant experience with SEC filings and reporting Proficient in US GAAP accounting Knowledge of manufacturing industry Familiar with financial reporting controls Exposure to complex technical accounting issues Experience in drafting position papersCPA is requiredBachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field requiredComputer skills to include: Strong command of Microsoft Office applications, ERP applications (Oracle and JD Edwards), and financial performance management tools such as OneStream and Hyperion is a plus. Personal Attributes Self-starter Must be diligent and detailed-oriented High integrity individual Ability to work under highly stressful situations Ability to work overtime during the monthly close and quarterly reporting processes and as other circumstances arise Strong communication and organizational skills Knows when to ask questions Committed to training and development of personnel

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