Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting

Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting

Join our Finance team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere, every day.

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position: Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting

Department: Finance

Work Location: El Paso, TX or Plano, TX - Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)

Hybrid Schedule: At Helen of Troy, we embrace a flexible hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and productivity. For roles eligible for hybrid work, our standard schedule includes in-office collaboration from Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Any updates to this model will be communicated in advance. Please note that hybrid eligibility and schedules may vary based on business needs and manager expectations.

What You Will Be Doing:

As the Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting, you will lead and develop a team responsible for key accounting functions that support the Company's financial reporting and close processes. This role provides leadership, oversight, and technical accounting expertise to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, operational excellence, and continuous process improvement. You will partner closely with business leaders across Finance, Operations, Sales, IT, and Shared Services to support strategic initiatives and drive business results.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee revenue, inventory, payroll, and sales commission accounting activities.
• Manage inventory accounting processes, including reserve calculations, freight and overhead capitalization, inventory variance analysis, and reconciliations between warehouse systems and the general ledger.
• Oversee month-end and quarter-end close activities, including the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and related analyses.
• Perform financial and operational variance analyses, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Partner with internal and external auditors by coordinating requests, providing supporting documentation, and addressing accounting-related inquiries.
• Research emerging accounting standards and pronouncements and lead the implementation of related accounting policies, procedures, and process changes.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Operations, Sales, IT, and Shared Corporate Services on cross-functional projects, system enhancements, and process improvement initiatives.
• Provide accounting guidance and financial support to internal stakeholders across the organization.
• Develop, coach, and mentor accounting team members while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

Skills Needed to Be Successful in This Role:

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and corporate accounting practices.
• Proficiency with accounting and reporting systems, including Oracle Business Intelligence and OneStream.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven leadership skills with experience developing and mentoring team members.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• 5+ years of people leadership experience.
• 3+ years of inventory and/or cost accounting experience.
• Experience supporting month-end close, financial reporting, and audit activities.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• Public accounting experience and/or experience working for a publicly traded company.
• Experience with large ERP systems and financial consolidation tools.

Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a leading global consumer products company with operations across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Our portfolio includes trusted brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rank among the top brands in their consumer goods categories.

We grow and strengthen our brands through innovation, operational excellence, and a collaborative culture focused on delivering exceptional products and experiences for consumers worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Management reserves the right to modify the duties and responsibilities of the position at any time.