Manager, Accounting SOX and Transformation

• Work with leadership to develop the strategy of accounting transformation initiatives/projects that align with business goals
• Build relationships with business partners and lead cross-functional teams to facilitate and conduct analysis sessions, including root cause analysis, to identify/pinpoint and rank key improvement areas, gather business requirements, map process to eventually map and re-engineer business processes to ensure that operations are streamlined; Research new add-in technology solutions to reduce manual processes
• Identify meaningful places in which digital tools can enhance processes and reduce manual dependencies; manage implementation of tools
• Controls and Audit:
• Manage the annual internal controls over financial reporting SOX compliance program, facilitating control documentation, evidence retention and timely remediation of deficiencies
• Lead post-acquisition accounting implementation and compliance with SOX for new acquisitions: evaluation of

• ·Assist with the preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures, disclosure checklists and the MD&A for the Company’s quarterly and annual SEC filings on Forms 8-K, 10-Q and 10-K.
• Research, analyze and document technical accounting matters and SEC reporting positions to ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; CPA certification preferred, or CPA eligible
• Minimum 4 years of progressive public/private accounting experience, including a minimum of 2 years with a public accounting firm serving public clients; national firm and publicly traded global company experience strongly desired
• Strong manufacturing accounting background is preferred.
• Experience in a multi-national publicly traded company.
• Knowledge/experience with SOX 404 internal controls, including control documentation, testing support and remediation
• Experience conducting process mapping and analysis to identify areas for improvement, perform root cause analysis and streamline workflows
• Proficiency in Excel, consolidation, and ERP systems.
• Detail oriented, hands-on and highly organized, with strong analytical curiosity, problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities to firm reporting deadlines with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and interface with cross-functional leadership

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• Mobility to work in a standard office setting
• Ability to use standard office equipment

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