Accounting Manager

Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic Accounting Manager to join our team that will responsible for direction of Northa America General Ledger team.

Who we are:

Zumiez Inc. is a specialty retailer of apparel, footwear, accessories, and hardgoods for young men and women who want to express their individuation through fashion, music, art, and action sports lifestyles. With over 730 stores across North America, Europe, and Australia, Zumiez provides unique and innovative products to its customers.

Position Overview:

As the Accounting Manager, you will develop the drafting of the financials, in our North America Retail operations, training and developing a staff of four, collaborating with business owners on financial results, responsible for cash sales audit, fixed assets, reserves, purchase card program, maintain SOX controls and project manage accounting process improvements. As the manager of three, you will be responsible for guiding employees career progression.

This role will execute our financial processes consistent with the requirements of a publicly traded company while also optimizing operations and tackling new projects that help us grow. You will develop partnerships across the Zumiez teams to create meaningful impact on our results. An ideal candidate enjoys a culture of empowerment and has the desire to develop a world class team around them to drive growth both personally and professionally.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for the development of the North America General Ledger team

Responsible for the coordination and review of North America financial statements to ensure accurate and timely accounting and reporting of monthly reporting.

Train team on key financial processes and best practices

Oversee cash sales audit.

Prepare and review monthly key reconciliations and journal entries.

Primary business partner throughout the North America organization.

Partner with business teams in reviewing financials and identifying opportunities for improved financial results.

Assist the Internal Audit Department and external auditors.

Oversee fixed asset accounting in accordance with ASC 360 Property, Plant, and Equipment, guidance. Collaborate with collaborate with Real Estate, IT and business teams on timely recording of capital assets.

Maintain Zumiez license and compliance filings.

Manage GAAP Cashflow Process

Manage Personal Property Tax process

Maintain Financial Reserves process (Shrink, Gift Cards, Stash points, LCM)

Manage Corporate Purchase Card Program

Manage Workers Compensation process and filings

Assist the Finance department with financial review to interpret trends and variances from budget related to our international operations.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Job Requirements:

3 - 7 years accounting experience (Required)

Retail industry experience is preferred

BA/BS degree in Accounting or Equivalent (Required)

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Preferred)

Self-motivated, must be able to prioritize, organize and plan well

Strong knowledge of US GAAP, risk and controls standards and business process best practices.

Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather/research and interpret information, skillfully.

Knowledge of management information system terminology, concepts and practices.

Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, self-assess/monitor own work to ensure quality and apply feedback to improve performance.

Strong organizational, project management and multi-tasking skills. Record of setting and hitting deadlines and goals, holding themselves to what they said they were going to accomplish.

Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage various responsibilities and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

Desire to be onsite collaborating with the teams, work closely with management and take feedback to improve performance.

Strong interpersonal skills.

High aptitude in written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly and succinctly report key issues, business impact, and recommendations for improvement

Strong Computer Skills (Microsoft Applications, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.)

Physical demands and work environment

Ability to sit in stationary position in an office environment for extended periods of time and work on a PC without limitations.

Ability to move in an office and distribution environment to gather information and work with teams.

Role expectation is onsite.

Benefits:

Job Title: Accounting Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: 821-Accounting

Reports To: North America Controller

Location: In-Office at Lynnwood Home Office

Pay Range: $110K - $130K

Qualifies for annual equity grant.

Qualifies for annual bonus program.

Employee stock purchase plan

401(k) with potential for meaningful match

Dental, vision, and health insurance

Paid time off and flexible schedule options

Employee assistance program

We look forward to reviewing your application and welcoming a talented professional to our finance team at Zumiez.