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VARSITY SPIRIT A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE DRIVING FORCE IN SPIRIT ACROSS CHEER DANCE BAND AND YEARBOOK
For over 50 years Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit including cheerleading dance team performing arts and yearbook. Focused on safety entertainment and traditional school leadership Varsity Spirits 5000 employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation educational camps clinics competitions and yearbook Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year.
OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
At Varsity Spirit the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago we have been and remain steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants physical emotional and social development and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs events and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions allegations and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements. Learn more at Our Commitment to Safety - .
Location: 4 days of work onsite at our Memphis TN headquarters Friday is a flex day.
Work Type: Full-Time Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
The Staff Accountant will support the Performing Arts / DSI Finance functions and will report directly to the Performing Arts Business Unit Controller. This position will oversee accounting and finance functions at DSI remotely and act as a supervisor of inventory/procurement payables receivables and cash functions.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The following duties and frequency provide a general idea of the day in and out for the individual in this role but are not all encompassing:
DSI Specific
Supervise AR/AP functions at DSI remotely
Oversee AP check run and wire requests for approval
Assist DSI Purchasing Department with Procurement Management
VPA Specific
Month End Close Preparations
Complete and report accurate balance sheet and bank reconciliations
Assist Business Unit Controller with monthly forecasting annual budgets and annual external audit
Pulling data running analysis on gross margins and comparing cost to budget
Assist in variance research and adjustments
Analysis of sales data
Track and report ecommerce revenue and COGS along with some analysis on performance
Report intercompany transactions
Track Sales and Use Tax reports
Work closely with BU Controller to support in analysis of financial health of the business
Assist with special projects and ad hoc reporting
QUALIFICATIONS
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Working knowledge of finance and accounting processes and principles
Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to learn new systems and processes quickly
Knowledge of SAP ERP accounting software is a plus
Ability to work well independently and in collaboration with others
Project management skills and ability to multi- task and manage competing priorities
Strong familiarity with productivity tools such as Microsoft Office Suites.
Strong fluency in Microsoft Excel.
High proficiency in financial modeling techniques.
Strong analytical and data gathering skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Education Certification and Experience
Bachelors degree in accounting finance business or related fields required.
Minimum of 2 years experience in accounting finance or other relevant experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This job operates in a professional office environment. Largely a sedentary role with some filing requiring the ability to lift files open filing cabinets and bending or standing on a stool as necessary. Ability to sit or stand for long periods through meetings and while operating office equipment PCs laptop telephone will be required.
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:
Exec
Employment Type
Full-Time
