Senior Accountant at Skechers

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

100000.0

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Planning and Analysis, General Accounting, Lease Administration, GAAP Compliance, SEC Compliance, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, Variance Analysis, Journal Entries, Account Reconciliation, Audit Support, ERP Systems, Excel, Data Analysis, Process Improvement

Industry

Retail

Description

WHO WE ARE: Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand. ABOUT THE ROLE: This Senior Accountant reports to the Controller and focuses on FP&A, general accounting and lease administration workstreams while ensuring GAAP and SEC compliance. The role requires strong collaboration with FP&A, and Corporate teams to deliver accurate financial reporting, meaningful reports/analytics and maintain internal controls. This highly visible position involves performing complex technical accounting analysis, interpreting financial data, and driving process improvements across global accounting operations. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Support Controller with quarterly forecasts, annual operating plan and long-range plan understanding key financial drivers and variances, and providing decision support analysis, including communicating with business partners. Ad-hoc variance analysis and support financial reporting initiatives Support month-end close by preparing journal entries and account reconciliations. Research and analyze transactions to ensure accuracy and resolve differences. Support lease administration and lease accounting. Ensure GAAP compliance, maintain internal controls and drive process improvements for areas of responsibility. Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reporting. Maintain effective internal controls, identify risks, and related control changes. Support with interim, quarterly, and year-end audit processes, including responding to internal and external auditors as required. Participate in company projects and initiatives including systems implementation and testing. Perform other duties as required. REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience Strong knowledge of US GAAP Highly proficient PC skills, especially in Excel CPA designation and public accounting experience preferred Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across all organizational levels. Self-starter mentality with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or in teams. Strong systems skills with experience in ERP, reporting tools, and large data set analysis. Creative problem-solving approach with the ability to support organizational changes. Knowledge of Oracle Financial, Hyperion, and systems implementation experience preferred. 90,000 -100,000 CAD About Skechers Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations. Equal Employment Opportunity Skechers is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, Skechers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Skechers employs and treats any and all applicants and employees on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excusing an applicant from consideration for employment. Reasonable Accommodation I understand that Skechers makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees if requested, unless to do so would pose an undue hardship, in accordance with applicable legislation. It is your responsibility to notify Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to fulfill the essential functions of your job. Join our team of innovators, creators, and designers. Skechers, the global leader in comfort technologies, brings together employees from around the globe to deliver stylish products for people of all ages. Our employees are passionate about more than just the products we design, employees – we value community involvement and give back to local communities through a variety of initiatives including Skechers Foundation and Bobs for Dogs. Learn more about who Skechers supports local communities around the world. Stay up to date on our brand, job openings, community involvement, and more via LinkedIn. Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations. From footwear to apparel and accessories, Skechers has a product for you and your family. Learn more about our many product offerings here.

Responsibilities

The Senior Accountant will support financial reporting, forecasting, and month-end close processes while ensuring GAAP and SEC compliance. They will also manage lease administration, maintain internal controls, and drive process improvements across global accounting operations.