Senior Accountant

Company: Implus
Location: Durham
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

Implus Footcare, LLC, home to 20+ brands and headquartered in North Carolinas Research Triangle Park, is private-equity backed and an industry-leading global consumer packaged goods company, specializing in fitness, outdoor, sporting goods and footcare products. Implus has locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, South Africa, and Hong Kong. Our brand family includes Sof Sole, Yaktrax, Apara, Airplus, Sneaker Balls, Sof Comfort, Little Hotties, Harbinger, TriggerPoint, Perfect Fitness, Balega, Penguin, DryGuy, Spenco, Force Field, FuelBelt, Stabil, SKLZ and Rock Tape. From insoles, socks, and shoe care to fitness equipment and seasonal accessories, Implus' products are sold in over 80,000 retail locations across North America and in over 70 countries worldwide.
POSITION SUMMARY:Highly visible role reporting to the Assistant Controller. Utilizing hands-on accounting experience and an in-depth understanding of accounting principles and company practices, the Senior Accountant will perform complex accounting activities and financial analyses. Support operations through issue resolution, process development and policy adherence. Primary Responsibilities:

• Month-end close activities in fast paced environment, including journal entries, reconciliations, analyses and reporting
• Coordinate the fixed asset process, including JEs, reconciliations and reporting
• Oversee the process of calculating and paying commission and royalties on a monthly and quarterly basis
• Work closely with international accounting teams to record and reconcile intercompany transactions
• Collaborate with IT, Operations and Supply Chain to improve business processes and leverage systems to the highest and best use, with an emphasis on continual process improvement
• Manage the expense reporting process and maintain the workflow within the cloud-based expense report tool (Concur)
• Assist with integrating acquired companies into accounting processes and procedures
• Coordinate accounting projects and initiatives with other members of the finance team and/or other departments
• Document and monitor internal controls, in addition to assisting with periodic internal audit procedures
• Participate in preparing schedules and supporting documents during various types of audits and examinations (financial statement, 401k, insurance, tax and other related compliance)
• Ad hoc and special projects as assigned Experience and Skills:
  • BS degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience
  • Demonstrated ability to learn processes and systems and exercise sound judgment
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levels of employees
  • Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrate expert knowledge of accounting principles and familiarity with GAAP
  • Highly detail-oriented and organized
  • Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines
  • Familiarity with accounting software and programs Minimum Physical and Environmental Requirements:
    • Visual Abilities: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus, read reports, create presentations and use a computer system.
    • Hearing: Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, vendors, and students.
    • Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling: Write, type and use the telephone, copier, and computer systems.
    • Mobility: Open files and operate office machines; move between departments and attend meetings across campus.
    • Talking: Frequently convey detailed or important instructions and ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.
    • Lifting, Pulling, Pushing: Exert up to 50 pounds for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Predictable attendance on site Using a standard computer keyboard and monitor
      • Work has deadlines, multiple interruptions and may be stressful at times.
      • Work may require occasional and overnight travel Standard climate-controlled office setting Occasional exposure to open air, warehouse setting Occasional exposure to open air, warehouse setting Implus is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/belief, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.by Jobble

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