Responsible for overseeing and preparing SEC filings timely and accurately while ensuring compliance with all US GAAP and SEC requirements. Own and ensure accuracy of our global accounting policies, including preparation, evaluation of technical accounting analysis and implementation of regulatory changes and policy enhancements. Serve as the technical accounting expert on company projects and initiatives. Participate and deliver on special projects including system upgrades, enhancements and dr... more details
Director of Financial Reporting
ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS-
- Responsible for overseeing and preparing SEC filings timely and accurately while ensuring compliance with all US GAAP and SEC requirements
- Own and ensure accuracy of our global accounting policies, including preparation, evaluation of technical accounting analysis and implementation of regulatory changes and policy enhancements
- Serve as the technical accounting expert on company projects and initiatives
- Participate and deliver on special projects including system upgrades, enhancements and driving process improvements
- Play a key role in the month end financial close process by preparing, reviewing and analyzing accounting entries and account reconciliations especially in more complex accounting areas
- Research and analyze transactions to ensure accuracy and resolve differences
- Ability maintain an effective internal control structure by recognizing potential risk, enhancing internal controls, ensure compliance documentation and creating new and improved policies and procedures when necessary
- Develop future financial leaders through talent development, training and mentoring of individuals, as well as staffing and recruiting of necessary skill sets
- Establish effective relationships and proactively work cross-functionally across the global organization
- Work closely with the Assistant Controller and Global Controller with other responsibilities including leading and management of special projects, ERP enhancements, internal controls, and ad hoc analyses as requested
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE-
- BA/BS degree in Accounting or related field
- CPA with expertise in technical accounting policies, procedures and treatments in accordance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
- 10+ years of experience in progressively larger financial leadership roles, with a mix of private and public accounting experience preferred
- Experience with a SEC registered company, international experience a plus
- Industry experience in retail, consumer products and/or manufacturing
- Experience working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple project simultaneously
- Experienced with systems integrations and development of automated processes
- Strong systems skills, comfortable analyzing and manipulating large data sets, as well as experience with ERP and reporting tools
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences
- Creative thinker who can bring innovative ideas and approaches to solve issues
175k-235k
About Skechers
Skechers (NYSE: SKX), a global, Fortune 500® brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do – delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 4,700 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.
