What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting & Consolidation Manager position at Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing?
1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USA
Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.
We are seeking a highly skilled Accounting and Consolidation Manager. The primary function will be to support the Corporate Controller through the various accounting/reporting functions, including month end close & consolidations, integrating acquisitions, enhancing internal controls, and other reporting requirements. In addition, we expect this individual to actively identify and lead various process improvement initiatives of the accounting function, as well as other ad-hoc accounting and finance projects across the enterprise. This role will seek to leverage automation, drive standardization, and create efficiency across all aspects of the accounting function while ensuring timely preparation of accurate financials remains a top priority.
Key Responsibilities
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.
Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.
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- Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, USA Req #486
Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.
We are seeking a highly skilled Accounting and Consolidation Manager. The primary function will be to support the Corporate Controller through the various accounting/reporting functions, including month end close & consolidations, integrating acquisitions, enhancing internal controls, and other reporting requirements. In addition, we expect this individual to actively identify and lead various process improvement initiatives of the accounting function, as well as other ad-hoc accounting and finance projects across the enterprise. This role will seek to leverage automation, drive standardization, and create efficiency across all aspects of the accounting function while ensuring timely preparation of accurate financials remains a top priority.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, direct, and coordinate the month-end close and consolidation process across all accounting functions, including local and international teams.
- Review journal entries, reconciliations, and analyses
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual corporate reporting requirements
- Manage and oversee delivery of audit requests in support of internal and external audits
- Manage and monitor all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems to ensure compliance with appropriate US GAAP group standards and statutory/regulatory requirements as well as internal financial policies.
- Enhance and maintain policy documentation
- Support efforts to maintain and enhance internal controls/processes across the enterprise
- Identify accounting and reporting system needs, ensuring maintenance upgrades and improvements to IT software (ERP, Reporting Systems, Consolidation tools) are tested and validated appropriately. Liaise with IT department and business teams to ensure alignment exists between accounting, operations and IT.
- Assess current accounting operations and offer recommendations for continuous improvement projects, including leveraging/implementation of technology and automation tools for increase efficiency and enhance quality of information.
- Identify and lead initiatives to streamline and automate accounting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy in the record to report cycle.
- Change agent, setting and advocating for a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function.
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- 10 years of progressive accounting experience
- 5 years with direct management of the month-end close and/or consolidation processes
- CPA, CMA, or other relevant certification
- Strong knowledge of month-end close, reconciliation automation, and internal controls.
- Experience with financial close and consolidation systems and automation tools (i.e., TM1, BlackLine, Cadency, FloQast or similar platforms) is a plus
- Experience with ERP Systems (i.e., Oracle or similar)
- Working knowledge of Microsoft suite of products to include Excel, Word, Outlook
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, including collaboration across levels
- Ability to work cross functionally to achieve desired results
- Deep understanding of US GAAP, SOX compliance, and risk management
- Proven success in leading process improvement and automation projects
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.
Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.
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- Job Family Finance & Accounting
- Job Function Accountant and Auditor
- Pay Type Salary
- Employment Indicator Regular
- Min Hiring Rate $140,000.00
- Max Hiring Rate $180,000.00
Salary : $140,000 - $180,000
