Director External Reporting and Compliance

Director External Reporting and Compliance

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude! (Ollie's Core Values)

• Be a team player. Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
• Be caring. How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?
• Be value obsessed. Live the "good stuff cheap" mindset.
• Be committed. Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
• Be growing. How do we get better every day?
• Be real. Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.

Competitive Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and RX coverage begins Day 2 of employment
• 401K, company match begins at associate enrollment
• FSA/HSA (Flexible & Health Savings Account), set aside pre-tax dollars to reduce your taxable income
• Strong career growth & talent development culture for top performers
• 20% associate discount on all Ollie's purchases
• Vast array of voluntary benefits

Position Overview

The Director, External Reporting and Compliance supports all aspects of the preparation and filing of the quarterly and annual SEC financial statements. In this role, the individual will need excellent communication skills as this role will require the individual to work cross functionally with members of the Finance and Accounting teams, as well as other internal departments and outside service providers. This position reports to the Controller and will enhance processes and controls and ensure SOX compliance.

The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who enjoys working in a challenging and fast-paced environment. Communication skills, attention to detail, and an objective approach to learning and problem-solving are a must.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support preparation of quarterly and annual SEC financial statements and disclosures, earnings releases, and related filings, including XBRL tagging
• Assist with monthly statement of cash flows and related supporting documentation
• Prepare earnings per share calculation and related supporting documentation
• Prepare the calculations for stock-based compensation and related supporting documentation
• Prepare accounting policies and technical accounting memos on an as needed basis
• Research new technical accounting issues and pronouncements and present results to senior management as needed
• Support the preparation of presentations to the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors
• Develop collaborative relationships with business leaders and internal stakeholders
• Maintaining a strong internal control environment and effective disclosure controls
• Champion the continuous improvement of internal and external financial reporting processes and deliverables
• Drive/maintain documentation of internal control processes
• Work effectively with business partners both within and outside the accounting department
• Work directly with the external audit firm and internal audit

Qualifications

• Bachelors or higher degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
• CPA certified, public accounting experience, preferred
• 5 to 7 years of accounting and audit experience
• Strong understanding of accounting theory, US GAAP and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)
• Detail oriented and deadline driven with good analytical, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to work with all levels of management and associates
• Able to present financial data in a concise, logical and useful manner
• Ability to think and act proactively and work in a highly collaborative and high-paced environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for an extended period of time at a desk.
• Ability to work on a computer for extended period of time.
• Ability to see, hear, and speak regularly.
• Ability to grip, reach, and pinch with arms and hands frequently.
• Ability to bend and twist occasionally.

Ollie's is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, veteran's status, disability, or any other legally protected status.