Sr. Accounting Manager
Report to : Director of Shared Accounting Services
The position is responsible for revenue accounting, account receivable, billing, inventory accounting, financial reporting and analysis functions for the following clients in a timely and accurate manner:
General areas of responsibilities are as follows:
Team Management
· Supervise the operation of 4 members of the Studio FOH.
· Accounting group, provide guidance, support periodic evaluation of performance
· Coordinate the studio FOH function with LOB Finance Teams
· Contribute to the overall strategic and developmental planning of the Shared Accounting Services and assist in completing joint corporate initiatives
· Assist SAS director in driving excellence in service and continuous enhancement in productivity
Order to Cash
· Oversee the management of revenue system, including revenue recognition, reconciliations, and adjustments for Japan GAAP and other purposes.
· Oversee AR management, review including A/R sub-ledger reconciliation, AR aging and cash application
· Ensure proper execution of interfaces for revenue recognition and A/R, review interface reconciliations and assist in the maintenance of interfaces.
· Follow up problematic or long outstanding accounts.
· Oversee the billing process and ensure proper and timely issuance of invoices.
· Review the calculation for bad debt provision and other adjustments and ensure accurate reporting.
· Oversee the inter-company billing process, review reconciliations.
· Prepare inter-company template quarterly,
Inventory
· Ensure proper maintenance of standard cost
· Review calculation and ensure proper posting of COGS.
· Ensure proper posting of inventory related journals prepared by Studio Finance group.
Plan to Consolidate
· Oversee month-end closing processes and review month-end reporting package including:
· Clear long outstanding B/S items
· Process special accruals and adjustments
· Review month-end journals as well as cost allocation and distributions
· Review accrual and reserve journals
· Ensure proper cut-off and review reconciliation from Sub-ledgers to GL
· Ensure proper execution of outbound interfaces and assist in the maintenance of the interfaces.
· Review the local reporting packages for unusual items
· Address questions from Burbank, Regional and Local clients.
· Review local tax schedules and US tax reporting packages
· Support internal and external audits
· Prepare ad hoc reports and business analyses
· Communicate accounting policies and procedures
· Ensure proper maintenance of chart of accounts and prepare
Financial Planning
· Review Cash Flow and Balance Sheet Forecast and address inquiries regarding the forecasts.
· Preparation for Return Reserve and Obsolescence.
· Management/Control of Rebate Data
· Analysis of actual data
System Maintenance and Enhancement
· Act as the Super User/Power User and support the Site reporting requirements.
· Support LOBs on their system implementation with areas to impact SAP.
· Act as the Subject Matter Expert in the Studio FOH Systems (SBO/ITDS) as point in contact with IT.
Internal/ External Working Relationships:
· Internal: Studio Finance and Operations, Burbank Studio Controllership. Hong Kong Regional Studio, SAP Sustainment Team, Internal Auditor
· External: External Auditors, Tax Authorities, Japan Tax Advisor
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education: Holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance Certified Public Accountant or equivalent
Experience: 10+ years working experience in Accounting/Finance Department at Multinational Company
Tax return preparation/Statutory reporting experience
Financial closing both US GAAP and Japan GAAP
Language : Fluency in English (written and oral)
Computer Knowledge: Knowledge of SAP (Version 4.6d)
Advanced knowledge of Excel, working knowledge of Microsoft Office is a must
Professional Attributes Assertive and self-motivated
Strong technical and problem solving skills
Outstanding communication, team player and good interpersonal skill
In-depth knowledge on US GAAP and Japanese GAAP
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