Senior Accountant
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BSN SPORTS A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE RECOGNIZED LEADER IN TEAM ATHLETIC GEAR
For over 50 years BSN SPORTS has been the largest team sporting goods equipment and apparel distributor of choice in the United States. Our 3000 BSN SPORTS employees strive to support the Heart of the Game by putting valuable time back into the day of coaches and administrators through excellent service platforms. Our company mission is simple: Save coaches and administrators time with everything they do off the field so they have more time to impact young lives on it.
WORK LOCATION: Dallas TX
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
The Senior Accountant will report to the Controller and is responsible for accounting related to monthly accruals accrued expenses preparing various monthly reconciliations preparation and/or review of variance analysis preparing and recording journal entries audit schedules and special projects as needed. The Senior Accountant will work with other departments within the Company to ensure the books records and reports are accurate and reported in a timely manner..
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Accounting & Financial Reporting
Prepare and review journal entries account reconciliations and monthly close activities
Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q 10-K)
Maintain and ensure accuracy of general ledger accounts including revenue inventory fixed assets accruals and prepaid balances
Providing and presenting commentary on fluctuations in assigned GL accounts to senior management
Support internal and external audits by providing schedules and explanations as needed
Ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting standards
Providing schedules support to other functions of the company including Financial Reporting
Recommend and help implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
Mentor and provide guidance to staff accountants
SOX Compliance
Act as a key contributor to the SOX compliance program
Perform and document key SOX controls ensuring adherence to internal control frameworks
Work with internal and external auditors during SOX testing and financial audits
Identify opportunities to improve internal controls and streamline financial processes
Ensure timely and accurate reporting in accordance with US GAAP
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills including listening verbal written and presentation with the ability to communicate effectively within various levels of the company and senior leadership.
Exhibit the ability to thrive in a creative dynamic fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
Exhibit the ability to handle sensitive matters and information with tact diplomacy and confidentiality.
Demonstrate strong analytical critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail ability to multitask remain organized and prioritize tasks with strict deadlines.
Self-motivated team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively across the organization.
Incorporate customer-centric values and SPIRIT principles into the companys mission vision and core values.
Advanced experience in Microsoft Excel including formulas and pivot tables.
Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal controls (COSO framework)
Education/Experience
Bachelors degree in accounting or finance (CPA or progress toward CPA preferred)
Proficient in Excel and ERP systems.
Excellent attention to detail analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
3-5 years of relevant experience. Public Accounting experience preferred
Public accounting experience with Big 4 or working in a large public company
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This job operates in a professional office environment. It is largely a sedentary role with some filing requiring the ability to lift files open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. The ability to sit or stand for long periods during meetings and while operating office equipment PCs laptops and telephones will be required.
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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.
JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT
At Varsity Brands we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact and through our two divisions BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit and our network of 6000 employees and independent representatives we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.
OUR VALUES
Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.
Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.
Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.
Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.
Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.
Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.
OUR BENEFITS
We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:
- Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
- HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
- Wellbeing Program
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Company paid Life AD&D and Short-Term Disability
- Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Varsity Brands Ownership Program
- Employee Resource Groups
- St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
- Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!
Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin citizenship gender sexual orientation gender identity veterans status age or disability.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
