Corporate Accountant

Get to know The Pokémon Company InternationalThe Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world. Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.Get to know the roleJob Title: Corporate AccountantJob Summary: The Corporate Accountant will support month-end close coordination, cross-functional collaboration, and process improvement initiatives to help ensure a timely and accurate financial close. As a member of the General Accounting team, this position will also support fixed asset, lease, SG&A, and cash management accounting activities.FLSA Classification (US Only): ExemptPeople Manager: NoWhat you’ll do Coordinate and help drive the month-end close process across Accounting and Finance to support a sustainable five-day close, including facilitating close activities, monitoring progress, resolving issues, and ensuring timely completion of deliverables.Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses to ensure accurate, complete, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting.Partner with Accounting, Finance, and other cross-functional teams to improve processes that impact the accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of the financial close.Lead process improvement initiatives focused on reducing manual effort, increasing scalability, enhancing reporting, and strengthening accounting operations.Support the administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of accounting systems, close management tools, and reconciliation applications.Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, process documentation, and reconciliation methodologies to support strong controls and operational excellence.Support internal and external audits and serve as a trusted business partner across the Accounting and Finance organizations.Perform additional duties as assigned.What you’ll bring Five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise supporting and coordinating month-end close processes.Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.Knowledge of general financial accounting and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).Proven ability to independently manage accounting processes, priorities, and deadlines while balancing recurring responsibilities with continuous improvement initiatives.Experience building partnerships and influencing cross-functional stakeholders to achieve business objectives.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity, competing priorities, and complex accounting issues.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Preferred QualificationsCertified Public Accountant (CPA) designation and/or public accounting experience.Accounting systems experience in Oracle Fusion, ARCS, EPM, FCCS, and Crunchafi.Experience with data analytics, automation, AI-enabled business processes, or reporting optimization.Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $85,000.00 - $113,000.00 per year. The full range is $85,000.00 - $153,000.00 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.#LI-Hybrid #LI-JL1How you’ll be successfulPassion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities. Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve. Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals. Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.What to expect An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.Competitive cash-based compensation programs.100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.Generous paid family leave.Employer-paid life insurance.Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.Fitness reimbursement.Commuter benefit.LinkedIn learning.Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.Hybrid work environment.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. 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