RTO Senior Manager of Accounting

Job DescriptionCITITRENDS is seeking a Senior Manager of Accounting to be responsible for providing leadership to accounting staff and partners with outside advisors (tax and equity, for example) and cross-functionally with other areas of the organization. Responsibilities include a variety of accounting duties as outlined below. This role will also provide technical expertise on complex accounting issues, as well as develop and oversee strategies to enhance processes through new technologies and rethinking how we do things. The Senior Manager of Accounting will report to the Assistant Controller and work closely with the Finance & Accounting leadership team. The Senior Manager of Accounting will play a critical role in building a positive work culture, driving employee involvement, and supporting change management efforts within the retail organization.About the RoleThe Senior Manager of Accounting is responsible for providing leadership to accounting staff and partners with outside advisors (tax and equity, for example) and cross-functionally with other areas of the organization.ResponsibilitiesPrepare, review and ensure timely and accurate financial statements and supporting schedules, documentation and reconciliations for monthly/quarterly/annual closeEnsure compliance with external reporting standards (GAAP) and internal policies and procedures, including documentation and review of SOX controlsAssist with the preparation of SEC filings, including 10Qs, 10Ks, 8Ks and the Proxy.Provide strategic leadership to enhance accounting processes and files through implementing new technologies and rethinking how we do thingsOversee the company’s equity award program, including the issuance and recordkeeping of all equity awardsPrepare Form 4s for reporting equity transactions by Section 16 filersPartner with external tax firm to ensure accurate, timely filing of consolidated federal and state and local income tax returns and other business-related filingsEnsure all non-income tax obligations and other filings are met in a timely and accurate manner; including sales tax, use tax, personal property tax and business licensesMaintain effective internal control procedures over all aspects of the tax processAssist Legal and HR with insurance coverage, renewals and contractsReview and advise on actuarial inputsFollow up and ensure timely claims and dispute resolutions are handledSupport VP of Finance in managing investments and daily banking activitiesPerforms other duties as may be assigned.QualificationsFour-year accounting degree and active CPA license required6+ years’ experience in a comparable management positionRequired SkillsStrong understanding and experience of accounting under U.S. GAAPExperience with income taxes and indirect taxes, including sales/use and property taxesAptitude for technology implementations to modernize processes and drive efficiencyAbility to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize effectivelyAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleaguesStrong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detailStrong oral and written communication skillsEffectively coaches and develops staff, mentors through feedback and clear expectationsWorks with team to determine high priority objectives, deadlines, etc. and broadly shares responsibility and accountabilityEqual Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.Job DetailsJob Type: Full TimeCategory: CorporateSalaried: Salaried