Director Of Accounting

Location:
Secaucus, New Jersey

Job Summary:

The Director of Accounting role is a critical role within the accounting and finance organization for The Children’s Place. The role is primarily focused on coordination and management of the Company’s global accounting close process and will support both external financial reporting and monthly departmental reporting as well ensure SOX compliance. The Director will oversee four accountants but will also work cross functionally with the entire accounting team as well as other internal departments and outside service providers.
Responsibilities:

Key Accountabilities:
Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including collaboration and coordination amongst multiple stakeholders, reviewing journal entries, reports and reconciliations
Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and provide regular feedback to the staff
Provide technical guidance in preparing transactional accounting and documenting memos as needed
Ensure compliance with internal control / SOX policies and procedures
Support external financial reporting, including preparation of monthly financial statements and draft monthly MD&A
Analyze financial statements on a monthly basis and report on variances
Advise team regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions
Provide training and development to new and existing staff as needed and serve as a resource on accounting matters
Work with direct reports (when applicable) to establish performance goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of team
Work directly with the external audit firm
Lead special projects and process enhancements
Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
C.P.A. license preferred, with a mix private and public experience
7-10 years of corporate accounting and/or audit experience with at least 2+ years in a supervisory role
ERP system experience, SAP experience preferred
Strong understanding of accounting theory and US GAAP
Knowledge of internal controls over financial reporting
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills a must
Detail oriented and deadline driven with good analytical, organization, and communication skills
Ability to work with all levels of management and associates
Able to present financial data in a concise, logical and useful manner
Ability to think proactively and work in a highly collaborative and high paced environment