Senior Manager, Accounting

Senior Manager, Accounting
San Rafael, CA/Remote
12 Months

Description:
Client is implementing a new global Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system in phases through 2025. We will operate concurrently in SAP and Oracle systems during this transitional period, utilizing each system's distinct Chart of Accounts (COA). This transitional phase will necessitate attention to detail, including precise mapping, to ensure a smooth consolidation process within Hyperion Financial Management (HFM). This Senior Manager role will be primarily responsible for closing entities in SAP and supporting data aggregation to support reporting, disclosures, and financial analysis. A vital aspect of this position involves collaborating with other members of the Corporate Consolidations team and global teams in Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Financial Planning, and GPOS/Project Ignite. Your efforts will be critical in establishing new processes for consolidations in SAP and the interim state as we progress through Phase 1b while remaining compliant with US GAAP.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Client Finance is dedicated to fostering a dynamic culture of continuous process improvement, enabling the delivery of high-quality, global consolidated financial analysis of periodic results.
• The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in SAP and a robust understanding of corporate accounting and general ledger accounting principles.
• Candidate should exhibit exceptional analytical skills coupled with a proactive, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving. The ability to juggle multiple tasks, work independently, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment is crucial.
• The successful candidate must be adept at clearly communicating a wide range of information—conceptual, technical, or operational—and be skilled at building effective working relationships across different teams.
• This individual contributor position will report directly to the Associate Director of Intercompany and Consolidations.

Deliverable
Support the Comprehensive Global Consolidation Process: Manage the intricate process of consolidating financial data from all legal entities operating within SAP into HFM along with Oracle data.

• Actively identify and address issues/close blockers that surface during consolidation.
• Support post-close adjustment process within SAP.
• Support Foreign Exchange Analysis: Assist in the SAP foreign exchange analysis during financial close and related reviews. This involves discerning the impact of currency fluctuations on financial results and ensuring accurate reporting.
• Facilitate cooperation with other partners to synchronize intercompany balances in SAP and Oracle during financial close periods.

• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in Finance and Accounting. 3+ years' experience at a public accounting firm is desirable.
• Experience working across Finance and Accounting to understand activities that derive the accounting conclusions.
• Have a strong understanding and application of US GAAP in all significant accounting areas and ensure compliance of processes to GAAP.
• Demonstrate and maintain a positive customer service focus for internal and external customers.
• Strong communication skills with experience in educating and influencing people at various levels in the Finance organization
• Willingness and ability to work hands-on, collaboratively, and with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment
• ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, and HFM preferred)
• Experience managing the global financial consolidation of a multi-entity, multi-currency organization.
• General accounting and accounting system experience in a complex environment.
• Experience challenging accounting processes and assumptions.
• Ability to apply internal control objectives to accounting processes.
• Proven record of leading projects to a successful conclusion.