Accounting Manager

Who we are Samsonite is the worldwide leader in superior travel bags, luggage, and accessories combining notable style with the latest design technology and the utmost attention to quality and durability. For more than 100 years, Samsonite has leveraged its rich heritage to create unparalleled products that fulfill the travel lifestyle needs of conscious movers everywhere. With a portfolio of brands including Samsonite, Tumi, American Tourister, High Sierra, Gregory, Hartmann, and Lipault Paris, our products are sold in over 100 countries in North America, Asia, Europe and Latin America through our company-operated retail store, websites and a variety of retail partners. Job Description The Accounting Manager will provide timely and accurate accounting and analysis to support a multi-brand Wholesale/Direct to Consumer environment. This is a hybrid position, we work on site 4 days and remotely 1 day weekly. Key Responsibilities Provide ongoing monthly, quarterly, and full-year P&L, Working Capital, and CAPEX. Evaluate/Report margins by category. Coordinate the monthly close and reporting process. Lead and manage Sr Accountant; align roles and responsibilities for successful monthly close and reporting. Provide leadership, direction and coaching to Sr. Accountant to assist in financial analysis, research, reporting and special projects as needed. Prepare and approve journal entries and reconciliations as appropriate. Prepare/Review monthly financial statements and month-end reporting packages; Analyze and evaluate monthly actual to budget variances. Monitor expenses and partner with business to improve cost efficiencies. Evaluate existing accounting processes and procedures for efficiency, ability to simplify and automate. Review, evaluate, and implement internal controls processes to ensure compliance with SOX requirements. Prepare monthly/quarterly SOX controls. Partner with internal and external auditors on compliance as well as interim, and year-end engagements. Effectively partner with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives, drive process improvements, implement best practices and help drive profitability. Provide support and analytics to FP&A and Management. Analyze critical accounts to ensure financial accuracy. Evaluate Cost Center expense reporting. Evaluate intercompany balances and transactions. Review and approve calculation and payment of royalties and commissions. Partner with HR, Corp Finance, Marketing, Sales and Operations to ensure proper expense recognition Establish and maintain standard operating procedures/processes for the current tasks performed Key Skills Required ERP system experience, preferably SAP; SAP S/4HANA exposure is a plus Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency, including sorting, filtering, lookups, and basic data analysis Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and follow-through Analytical thinking, reconciliation, research, and problem-solving skills Ability to maintain audit-ready documentation and follow company policies, controls, and deadlines Bachelor’s in accounting/finance or related field 4+ years of accounting experience SAP experience Advanced excel skills Strong organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities Preferred Qualifications Experience with SAP S/4HANA, SAP FI, SAP MM, Oracle Suite. Experience in consumer products, retail, or wholesale About The Team Why you'll love working here Our employees matter. As a people-focused business, we work hard to provide meaningful rewards and development opportunities for our employees, recognizing performance, and creating a supportive working environment for them, wherever they are based. Vibrant culture. We are committed to a diverse and rich culture, welcoming people from all walks of life. Our long-standing commitment to culture and inclusion empowers us to bring our authentic selves and unique differences to work every day. Socially responsible. We want to minimize our products' impact on the environment and help create positive journeys worldwide. We do this by creating the best products using the most sustainable and innovative materials, methods, and models. What We Value At Samsonite, we do more than create the bags that move with our consumer, we inspire and celebrate the moments that move them. We believe we have a responsibility to the world in how we operate, the products we sell, the communities where we live and work, and how we treat the people we employ. We're as diverse as travel itself, and like travel, your journey with Samsonite presents the opportunity to be a part of something bigger and explore your passions. This is why we offer various paths for professionals and celebrate the knowledge and skills they bring to our team. We are committed to a respectful workplace that allows our team members to bring their best selves to the workplace daily. Samsonite is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting and maintaining a work environment in which all applicants, associates, customers, and other individuals are treated with dignity and respect free from unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation. #J-18808-Ljbffr