SCOTT USA, Inc. is seeking a qualified individual for the full-time position of Senior Accountant. SCOTT Sports was established in 1958 and has grown into an international action-sport brand. Core sports divisions for the brand include: Bike, Wintersport, Motosport and Running. Internationally based in Fribourg, Switzerland, the North American headquarters is located in Ogden, UT. Our teams are made up of passionate, dedicated people who believe that work can and should be an adventure. We love what we do and give our teams the space to do what they love and the support to do it well. We are looking for people that love a work environment that is agile and collaborative and has high accountability and trust in our people.
The Senior Accountant, reporting to the Controller, will be responsible for performing the sales, cash, P&L, and balance sheet review and ensuring accuracy of all accounting entries that affect the financial statement. The Senior Accountant will prepare and record monthly journal entries, play a significant role in ensuring the timely preparation of the monthly financial statements and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, prepare quarterly and annual financial statement reports, prepare documentation for auditors and ensure appropriate resolution to audit inquiries and/or findings for all financial items and processes managed by the accounting team. The ideal candidate will be familiar with all accounting procedures and can independently manage daily financial transactions end to end.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Reconciling sub-ledger to general ledger account balances
- Assessing internal controls, including risk assessments and reviews of risk areas
- Assisting in the design and preparation of budgets for review by management
- Supervising accounting staff
- Performing monthly balance sheet account analysis in a timely and accurate manner (bank reconciliations, account receivables, pre-paid accounts, real estate taxes, suspense, commissions calculations, etc.)
- Preparing and reviewing the financial statements which includes the monthly preparation of month-end accruals, preparing any adjusting entries as needed, responding to exceptions based on pre-determined criteria, and preparing any adjusting entries as needed.
- Participates in the annual internal and external audits, provides back-up to auditors as requested
- Assist the Accounting Manager with month-end close processes and support the proper and timely recording of financial transactions in the general ledger in accordance with US GAAP and company policies
- Complete accounting processes and maintain effective internal controls around the tracking and accounting and related reserves in accordance with US GAAP
- Ensure the integrity of key processes by understanding systems, the flow of transactions, internal controls and recommending efficiency and effectiveness improvements
- Drive continuous improvement in the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting processes and controls
- Responsible for training and assisting less experienced accountants.
- As a Senior Accountant, this role will develop and document business processes and accounting policies to ensure strong internal controls and adherence to company policies
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
- 5+ years of Accounting experience, Bachelor's degree required; degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent years of experience
- CPA and/or public accounting experience is a plus
- Self-Motivated; strong attention to detail
- Experienced MS Office applications, especially Excel
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment
- A track record of resolving accounting matters that avoid escalations and negative impacts on business
- Analytical skills along with the ability to solve technical and operational accounting issues
- Ability to interpret, apply, and explain internal policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance
- Familiarity with US GAAP and management principles; familiarity with IFRS
- Effective written and oral communication skills
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Salt Lake City, UT 84117 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Salt Lake City, UT 84117: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Salt Lake City, UT 84117
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