JOB OVERVIEW:
The Associate Manager plays a critical role in the record to report (RTR) process, with primary responsibility for the integrity of the financial statements for their assigned business unit(s). This role oversees General Ledger accounting and provides governance over Accounts Payable activities while partnering with shared services and outsourced accounting teams. This position is ideal for an accounting professional seeking to expand expertise in public company reporting, SOX compliance, internal controls and people leadership with a path toward future accounting management responsibilities. The Associate Manager partners closely with the Manager, Centralized Controllership as well as the business unit finance leader and cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate financial statements, compliance with US GAAP, HS policy and audit readiness.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead and manage the close processes, including routine interaction and collaboration with onshore and offshore resources
Review and approve account reconciliations, journal entries, reserve analysis, accruals, and month-end adjustments to ensure they are in accordance with US GAAP and HS Policy
Review and approve significant accounting estimates, judgements and reserves including (CECL, E&O, Sales Returns, Warranty etc.)
Lead monthly financial reviews in collaboration with FP&A resources
Supports treasury processes including approval of daily disbursement review, payment approval and release, hedging (where applicable) and submission of quarterly disbursement policy recertification (DPR)
Support A/P activities including invoice approvals and ensuring vendor statement reconciliations are performed.
Reviews/approves close submissions including, but not limited to, (HFM/Nimbus/Footnotes/Close Memos/Headcount schedules/Rollforwards/QDC etc.)
Lead internal and external audit engagements
Maintain effective internal control environment and partner with offshore resources on SOX tests and remediation
Support tax processes including income tax, property tax, and sales tax
Lead special projects, system implementations, and process enhancements
Supervise accounting staff, as required
Expand knowledge of public company accounting policies, disclosures, and reporting requirements
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and public company accounting requirements
Hands-on experience with General Ledger and Accounts Payable functions
Working knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit processes
Experience working with auditors in a public company environment
Proficiency with ERP and accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, AS400, NetSuite, Infor, or similar)
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, lookups)
GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
Strong management skills and ability to attract, retain, motivate and develop team members for high performance
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to resolve disputes effectively
Strong presentation and public speaking skills
Strong decision making, analysis and problem solving skills with ability to multi-task
Understand and act on financial information that may contribute to business profitability
Ability to manage successful projects, manage risks, costs, time and project teams
Lead team to achieve company goals in effective ways
Strong planning and organizational skills and techniques
Communicate effectively with management
Good negotiating skills
Build relationships, understand organizational complexities and manage conflict
Broad professional and managerial skills with an understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures
MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:
Typically 7 or more years of increasing responsibility and complexity in terms of any applicable professional experience; first-level manager.
PREFERRED EDUCATION:
Typically a Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in related discipline. Master's degree or global equivalent a plus.
TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Travel typically less than 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands required.
The posted range for this position is $87,547 to $136,792 which is the expected starting base salary range for an employee who is new to the role to fully proficient in the role. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including education, prior experience, training, current skills, certifications, location/labor market, internal equity, etc.
This position is eligible for bonus not reflected in the posted range.
Other benefits available include: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, 401K Plan with Company Match, PTO , Paid Parental Leave, Income Protection, Work Life Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Educational Benefits, Worldwide Scholarship Program and Volunteer Opportunities
Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
For more information about career opportunities at Henry Schein, please visit our website at: www.henryschein.com/careers
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