JAKKS Pacific, Inc., a leading designer and marketer of toys and consumer products, with a wide range of products that feature some of the most popular brands and children's toy licenses in the world, currently seeks an experienced, energetic, self-starter for the role of Senior Manager, Accounting and Reporting for our headquarters in Santa Monica, CA. This role will report to the VP, Accounting and supervise the more complex areas of the month-end close process and quarterly and annual SEC reporting process. This role also offers the opportunity to work closely with the Corporate FP&A team and develop an understanding of the business, industry, and corporate strategy.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage, monitor, and review the month-end/quarter-end accounting close process to ensure accurate accounting records in a timely manner
• Support the day-to-day operational accounting function
• Lead the review of accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports created by staff to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformity to reporting and procedural standards
• Lead the preparation of SEC filings (e.g. 10Q and 10K)
• Lead the research of technical accounting issues, preparation of technical accounting memos and the implementation of new accounting pronouncements
• Lead the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of internal controls for SOX compliance
• Manage the transfer pricing process and related calculations
• Supervise and aid the resolution of complex accounting issues 
• Supervise and mentor junior team members
• Collaborate with the Corporate FP&A team on quarterly forecasting efforts by supplying insights into the Company’s financial performance 
• Survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and to recommend and/or develop solutions to business and financial issues
• Regularly interact with the global accounting teams and address technical questions as needed
• Support the coordination of internal and external audits, and quarterly reviews
• Assist with tax returns and statutory audits/filings for multiple jurisdictions
• Support special/ad-hoc projects, as needed

Skills & Experience required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, public accounting experience required
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and its applications
• Active CPA license required
• 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience
• Team spirit and strong sense of responsibility and ownership
• Experience leading a team required 
• Experience with SOX 404b and internal controls required
• SEC reporting experience, whether as preparer or auditor, required 
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Strong knowledge of ERP accounting software and database programs (experience with JD Edwards a plus)
• Strong quantitative, analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and ability to prioritize work
• Ability and willingness to lead by example, take initiative and apply curiosity to develop new approaches and solutions
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Overtime as required

Our Benefits:

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life & accident insurance and employee assistance program
• Savings: 401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs
• Compensation: JAKKS Pacific offers a competitive salary. Compensation for this role commensurate with experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $140,000-$170,000.

Company Overview

A leading designer and marketer of children’s toys and consumer products, JAKKS Pacific® is always on the lookout for talented, bright and creative individuals to join our ever-growing team.

Best known for our toy and entertainment products, JAKKS produces impressive and innovative products across multiple categories spanning from action figures, collectibles, and dolls, to high performance activity toys and vehicles, and let’s not forget our deep portfolios of beloved licensed characters. In other words, we work hard to make play more fun, and we believe it has paid off.

Included in Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies for four years in a row, and Forbes’ 100 Best Small Companies for three years, JAKKS is an aggressive and passionate company, with a commitment to customers and a dedication to growing our business. 

Our goal is to continuously cultivate a talented and diverse workforce while providing a safe and productive work environment and an excellent career growth opportunity while working with a dynamic team who loves what they do and for a Company that ultimately makes children smile, play and succeed!

Jakks Pacific, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No Recruiters Please.No Relocation is associated with this position.