Director Of Accounting

Join our Finance Team at Helen of Troy as our Director of Accounting (hybrid work onsite and from home), and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day!

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Position: Director of Accounting

Department: Finance

Work Location: El Paso, TX or Dallas, TX, Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)

Hybrid Schedule: Helen of Troy associates enjoy the advantages and flexibility of a hybrid working model, allowing for in office 3 days minimum, and remote 2 days. Any changes to this working model would be communicated accordingly.

What you will be doing:

The Director of Accounting will supervise, direct, and review the work of the corporate accounting managers team (including, but not limited to, cash reconciliations, accounts receivable transactions, fixed asset activity, payroll, royalties, accounts payable transactions, debt activity, recording of revenue and expenses, statutory accounting, cost, and inventory, etc.).

• Manage and monitor the monthly close and consolidation process.

• Responsible for the accuracy of the consolidated general ledgers, including balance sheet reconciliations and financial statements as well as the operating efficiency of financial internal controls.

• Provides technical accounting guidance and support to all company entities.

• Responsible for ensuring that accounting policies and procedures are in place to provide reasonable assurance that the company assets are protected.

• Coordinates the preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.

• Involvement in due diligence and other activities surrounding acquisitions/dispositions.

• Develop a structured and attainable succession plan.

• Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing leadership team to be able to accomplish accelerated growth.

• Effective performance management and coaching.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

• 10 years of progressive experience in Accounting or Finance.

• Public accounting experience or work within a publicly traded company.

• Experience managing large teams.

• Intermediate to advanced abilities with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Strong technical accounting and research skills.

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA certification.

• Professional Certification in Leadership training programs such as Franklin Covey, DDI, CCL, or Senn Delaney.

• Oracle/Hyperion or SAP.

Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands. Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture and background. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any protected basis.

We will provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, and Drybar - many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.

At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.