Job Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Centric Brands is looking for a dynamic, creative, resourceful, dedicated and detail oriented Senior Accountant to join the Divisional Accounting team. This individual must be a self-starter and team player who takes initiative, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is excited about joining a team on a journey to accelerate transformation across Centric Brands.

The Senior Accountant will assist in preparing month end close journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations and overseeing the general ledger daily operations for various brands and channels. This position is based in New York City, New York and will report to the Accounting Manager. Currently on a hybrid schedule four days in office, one day work from home (WFH), plus twelve WFH days to be scheduled.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing accounting functions as assigned including, but not limited to booking, reconciling, and reporting financial activity.
• Compiling and analyzing financial information to prepare journal entries including discount accruals, margin support, operating expense accruals, reclasses, allocations, prepaids, and sales commission.
• Monitoring and reviewing accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
• Ensuring all financial closing and reporting deadlines that have been assigned are met.
• Ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close.
• Preparing monthly balance sheet reconciliations within mandated deadlines.
• Assisting with internal and external audit requests.
• Supporting various business partners (FP&A, IT, AR, AP, Tax, Treasury and Operations) on processes, policies, key system improvements, and initiatives.
• Identifying areas for process improvement.
• Documenting policies, procedures, and workflow for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Assisting in various special projects for the Senior Director, Accounting and VP, Assistant Controller.
• Performing other ad hoc duties as requested.

Our best fit candidate would have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3-5 years practical accounting experience
• Familiarity with month end close and journal entry processes
• Experience with Retail and eCommerce channels a plus
• Strong analytical/planning skills, together with a strong accounting/control background
• Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Office with advanced knowledge of Excel (formulas, macros)
• Knowledge of SAP a plus
• Knowledge of GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)
• Ability to create ad hoc reports and analysis
• Work well in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills

In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands though workshops, resources and inspiring conversation.

Salary Range: $78,500-$90,000

At Centric Brands, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we seek to structure competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract and retain the best talent. Our job postings include an annual base salary range at the time of employment. The stated base salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on several factors, including the selected candidate's educational and professional experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. Base salary is a part of a total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, annual bonus and other Centric Brands sponsored benefit programs.

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Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer