Senior Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Come work for the most enterprising, engaging, and exciting fitness company in all southern California, Golds Gym SoCal Group of Companies. We are the premiere health club of SoCal. Help spearhead the team to grow this premiere health club and impact the members of this dynamic organization. We set ourselves apart from the competition by :

o Offering premium health clubs at an affordable price

o Committing to having the most up-to-date equipment, programs, and products

o Being dedicated to creating a great member experience for every workout

o Having the cleanest, safest, and friendliest health clubs in Southern California

We are seeking a Sr. Accounting Manager, preferably with experience in multi-unit / multi-entity companies, who will assist with leading the team in setting up systems and processes that will enable the organization to scale from a current profile of 23 Golds Gyms and adding 2-3 locations per year.

Our pledge to our future is focused on 3 major initiatives and you will experience us talking about these daily :

Enhance the Member Experience

Improve Employee Efficiency

Retention

The person in this role will coordinate the daily progress and activities of the accounting staff and be responsible for delivering timely and accurate financial reports in a simplified and efficient manner. This person will also be focused on producing daily cash management reports and process intercompany banking transactions daily. They will assist the CFO in their role in compiling backup financial information and analytics for monthly financial presentation meetings with the leadership group. This is an onsite role at our office in Burbank, California.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The essential functions and responsibilities listed below are not an exhaustive list. Duties may change at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Meet with all members of the accounting staff on a regular basis to make sure all task are being completed on schedule, ensure a collaborative workflow and address open items or questions.
• Daily cash management reconciliation and reporting to the CFO and COO
• Create an updated accounting and reporting cycle calendar that is visible to the entire team, and shows dependencies, and task owners so that all major deadlines are met consistently.
• Act as a liaison with our CPA form for PBC reports, financial results and follow-up questions to assure timely delivery of annual Reviewed Statements to satisfy lender covenants and the annual tax returns.
• Provide accounting support for affiliated entities on an as-requested basis
• Work with the CFO in preparing annual budgets and upload them to the ERP (Sage Intacct). We are a nimble organization, and updated forecasts must also be uploaded in alignment with the CFO.
• Assure that security and segregation of duties are always in place.
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and results.
• Provide technical support and advice within the company.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures.
• Provide input into the departments goal-setting processes.
• Support month-end and year-end close process.
• Actively participate as a leader in ERP and other system upgrades or conversions.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Liaise with our CFO to improve financial procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

In collaboration with the CFO, Director of Operations, and COO, the Sr. Accounting Manager will oversee the daily activity of the Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Payroll staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.
• Thorough knowledge of advanced accounting procedures
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Highly preferred is experience with Sage Intacct. Practical knowledge in a similar cloud- based application is acceptable with a commitment to learning Intacct as quickly as practical.
• Strong familiarity with financial accounting statements.
• A desire to work in an engaging environment with big goals and a committed team.
• Must possess strong communication, organizational, technology and leadership skills.
• Demonstrates ability to understand customer is #1 both internally and externally.
• Ability to use sound business judgment and have strong analytical skills.
• Strong and effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to be proactive and self-directed.
• Effective listening skills.
• Effective delegation and follow-up skills.
• Effective planning and organization skills.
• Demonstrate ability to create a positive environment.
• Demonstrate willingness and openness for self-development.
• Ability to identify and use resources to improve overall operations.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

At least 5 years of experience as a senior accountant or controller.

At least 5 years of proven experience in a supervisory role

Exposure to multi-unit or multi entity organizations

Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field.

Associates degree will be acceptable with proven related experience. Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end / year-end close process.

Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like Sage Intacct (Our ERP) or Dynamics GP

Advanced MS Excel skills including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.

Knowledge of custom report writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and / or sit for long periods of time, use hands, fingers, handle, or feel, and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.

ASK YOURSELF IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES.. COME BE APART OF THE FAMILY LEGACY TODAY!

We Celebrate Everyone!! Golds Gym SoCal and all its affiliated clubs are an equal opportunity employers. We are proud of our diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, applicants, vendors, and members alike. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.