Sr Accountant Open to Remote

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Brand: Designer Brands
Req #: 129429 
Location Name: Camuto Finance Office 
Department: Finance

 

JOB TITLE: Sr Accountant

 

GENERAL SUMMARY: We are looking for a strong Senior Accountant with experience helping prepare and analyze complex financial information pertaining to the Brand Portfolio segment of Designer Brands to join our Accounting team. This position will provide Accounting leadership with financial information by researching and analyzing accounts, preparing Journal Entries and balance sheet reconciliations. The candidate will also be involved in audits, process improvements and special projects

 

REPORTS TO Accounting Supervisor

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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*Prepares general ledger Journal Entries, maintains supporting documentation and reconciles balance sheet accounts assigned
*Prepares periodic review of financial assumptions used for calculations and actively works with operational business partners to update and document significant estimates and reserves
*Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data, and showing understanding of judgement and reasoning
*Proactively resolve accounting discrepancies or unexplained variances associated with account balances and reconciliations
*Assist in support of both the internal and external audit requirements of the company
*Questions processes, suggests and executes improvements where necessary
*Assists with special projects
*Other assignments as assigned by management
 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

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*Strong knowledge of GAAP and SOX
*Analytical individual with problem solving abilities, that can dive into the details while keeping focused on high level concepts
*Expert knowledge and proficiency in Excel and ERP / GL systems
*Effective interpersonal and organizational skills, strong verbal and written communication
*Ability to prioritize responsibilities and complete work timely & accurately with minimal supervision
 

XPERIENCE:
*3+ years working for large private or publicly traded companies
 
 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

*CPA a plus
 
EDUCATION:
*Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required
 
 

 

 

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