Job Summary Statement:

           Maintain cost accounting system and perform moderate to complex cost accounting assignments such as

           ledger/account maintenance and inventory control. Develop inventory analysis reports and analyze variances by

           comparing budgeted costs to actual production costs. Reconcile inventory accounts to the general ledger and

           assist in the improvement of internal controls related to inventory. Must be willing to dig-in and learn a complex

           system, problem solve and offer efficiencies. This is a hands-on, execution-heavy position, not a strategy role.

           The incumbent in this position works a regular weekly schedule in a physical office environment.

           Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

                 ▪       Reconcile and analyze moderate and complex general ledger account balances. Examples of general

                         ledger accounts may include sales, cost of sales, accounts receivable, inventory (raw materials, WIP, and

                         finished goods) and various manufacturing accounts.

                 ▪       Setup and maintain inventory system and job module in accounting software (Microsoft AX).

                 ▪       Monitor separate data base for Autographs and Memorabilia and reconcile to related GL inventory

                         accounts.

                 ▪       Monitor and adjust coding related to inventories and costing of purchased material.

                 ▪       Assist in month-end closing, prepare journal entries as necessary, and analyze inventory evaluation.

                 ▪       Analyze variances by comparing budgeted costs to actual production costs. Requires working with

                         Product Development department, Estimator and manufacturing personnel on analysis of budgeted

                         (estimated) cost.

                 ▪       Prepare, analyze and report monthly analysis by brand and collection.

                 ▪       Ensure timely submission, accuracy and validity of schedules to management.

                 ▪       Research and reconcile discrepancies.

                 ▪       Monitor physical inventories and cycle count program. Schedule and lead related meetings as needed,

                         especially at year-end and in preparation of audit(s).

                 ▪       Supervise and develop cost accounting staff.

                 ▪       Respond to inquiries from the CFO, Controller, and other managers regarding financial results, special

                         reporting requests and other special projects as assigned.

                 ▪       Support and work with the Controller to ensure a clean and timely year-end audit.

                   Additional responsibilities:

                   ▪       Coordinate with IT department for system issues, maintenance and development related to accounting

                           software (Microsoft AX) setup, inventory control and general ledger reconciliations and reporting.

                   ▪       Support budget and forecasting activities as needed.

                   ▪       Contribute to department and organization special projects assigned.

           Supervisory Responsibilities:

                          Directly supervise and train cost accounting staff.

                          Motivate and develop growth of staff. Coach and assess performance.

                          Plan, assign and direct staff in tasks to complete.

           Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

                   ▪      Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures.

                   ▪      Strong understanding of inventory valuation and WIP accounting.

                   ▪      Account balancing and reconciling skills along with research and resolution.

                   ▪      Ability to apply knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Cost Accounting

                          Standards.

                   ▪      Must be able to adapt to new and different computer programs and software to enable efficient data

                          gathering and analysis. Should be fast on a computer.

                   ▪      Excel expert – pivot tables, VLOOKUPs/queries and reconciliations should be second nature.

                   ▪      Ability to research, compile, analyze and interpret data.

                   ▪      Technical skills involving inventory reconciliation, cost analysis and month-end close.

                   ▪      Solid decision-making skills and ability to exercise independent judgment.

                   ▪      Prioritize and plan work activities efficiently to meet deadlines, work on multiple tasks & projects

                          simultaneously.

                   ▪      Ability to deal with change, delays, or unexpected events.

                   ▪      Ability to work in team environment with varied departments and diverse personalities.

                   ▪      Detailed oriented with good verbal communication skills.

                   ▪      Proficient in MS Word, MS Outlook, Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in MS Excel.

                   ▪      Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX preferred.

                   ▪      Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion under

                          minimal supervision.

                   ▪      Super responsive and strong follow-through.

           Equipment/Software, Education and Experience:

                   ▪       Bachelors or advanced degree in accounting preferred. Ability to perform the essential functions of the

                           job typically acquired through 4-6 or more years of related experience.

                   ▪       Manufacturing accounting experience highly desired.

                   ▪       Experience in Microsoft Office - Outlook, Intermediate to Advanced Excel, Word, Access, and Query.

                   ▪       Must have experience with Microsoft Dynamics ERP - Navision or AX preferred.

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